© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
½ Decimo
| Silver (.666) | 1.25 g | 13.04 mm |
| Issuer | Colombia |
|---|---|
| Period | United States of Colombia (1863-1886) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1868-1878 |
| Value | ½ Decimo (0.05 COP) |
| Currency | Peso decimalized (1847-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.666) |
| Weight | 1.25 g |
| Diameter | 13.04 mm |
| Thickness | 0.95 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#48140 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Weight, value, finennes, and mint name surround a condor with spread wings above flagged arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
G.1,250 MEDIO DECIMO
BOGOTA LEI 0,666
Comment
KM#150.1: Bogota Mint.KM#150.2: Medellin Mint.
KM#150.3: Popayan Mint.
Interesting fact
The ½ Decimo coin from Colombia was minted during a time of economic and political instability in the country. The coin was introduced in 1868, and its production continued until 1878. During this time, Colombia was facing a civil war, known as the "War of the Sciences," which lasted from 1876 to 1878. Despite the challenges, the coin remained a widely used denomination during this period and was an important part of everyday transactions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1868 | 62000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1869 | 26000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1870 | 382000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1871 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1875 | 573000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Decimo 1868-1878 coin.
