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½ Peso
| Copper-nickel | 12.5 g | 30.6 mm |
| Issuer | Dominican Republic › Dominican Republic (1844-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Fourth Republic (1966-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1967-1975 |
| Value | ½ Peso ½ DOP = USD 0.0083 |
| Currency | Peso oro (1937-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 12.5 g |
| Diameter | 30.6 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#5900 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Denomination, weight, year of issue, head of Indian woman ("Liberty") facing left
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MEDIO PESO
12½ GRAMOS
Translation:
Half peso
12.5 grams (weight)
Engraver: Thomas Humphrey Paget
Edge
Plain (1967, 1968)
Reeded (1973, 1975)
Interesting fact
The ½ Peso coin from the Dominican Republic, issued between 1967 and 1975, features a unique design that reflects the country's rich history and culture. On one side, the coin depicts a portrait of Juan Pablo Duarte, a national hero who played a key role in the country's struggle for independence. The other side features the national emblem of the Dominican Republic, which includes a shield with the flag's colors (red, white, and blue) and a Bible, symbolizing the country's strong Christian heritage. This coin is an interesting piece of numismatic history and a great addition to any coin collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | 1500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1968 | 600000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1973 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1975 | 600000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Peso 1967-1975 coin.
