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½ Cent
1964 year| Bronze (97% Copper, 0.5% Tin, 2.5% Zinc) | 2.85 g | 20.3 mm |
| Issuer | Sierra Leone |
|---|---|
| Prime minister | Milton Margai (1961-1964) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1964 |
| Value | ½ Cent (0.005 SLL) |
| Currency | Leone (1964-2023) |
| Composition | Bronze (97% Copper, 0.5% Tin, 2.5% Zinc) |
| Weight | 2.85 g |
| Diameter | 20.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2024 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#4134 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 5% |
Reverse
Portrait of Sir Milton Margai facing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITY·FREEDOM·JUSTICE
·SIR MILTON MARGAI·
Edge
Plain
Comment
Sir Milton Margai was a Prime Minister of Sierra Leone when it was the Dominion of Sierra Leone (1961-71).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1964 Sierra Leone ½ Cent coin is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional Sierra Leonean mask, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of a rice stalk, which is a symbol of prosperity and abundance in the region. The coin's design was created by the renowned British artist and sculptor, John H. Mills, who was known for his work on various coins and medals throughout the British Commonwealth.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Cent 1964 coin.
