½ Centavo 1890 front ½ Centavo 1890 back
½ Centavo 1890 photo
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½ Centavo

1890 year
Copper 3.0 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Ecuador
Period
Republic (1830-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1890
Value
½ Centavo (0.005&nbspECS)
Currency
Sucre (1884-2000)
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.0 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#34813
Rarity index
65%

Reverse

Denomination within laurels

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MEDIO
CENTAVO
H

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The ½ Centavo 1890 coin from Ecuador made of Copper is interesting because it was minted during a time of economic and political instability in the country. The coin was issued during the presidency of Antonio Flores, who was facing a severe economic crisis and had to implement drastic measures to stabilize the economy. Despite the challenges, the coin was still minted with a relatively high level of precision and quality, reflecting the craftsmanship and skill of the mint workers at the time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1890 H 2000000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Centavo 1890 coin.