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12½ Céntimos "Locha"
1944 year| Brass (70% Copper, 30% Zinc) | 5 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Venezuela |
|---|---|
| Period | United States (1864-1953) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1944 |
| Value | 12½ Centimos (12½ céntimos) (0.125 VEB) |
| Currency | Bolivar (1879-2007) |
| Composition | Brass (70% Copper, 30% Zinc) |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 2011 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#22177 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 42% |
Reverse
Value within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
12½
CENTIMOS
Translation: 12.5 Centimes
Edge
Plain
Comment
12½ Céntimos coin is popularly known as "Locha" in Venezuela
The copper used was "shell case copper".
Interesting fact
The 12½ Céntimos "Locha" coin from Venezuela, minted in 1944, is interesting because it was produced during a time of economic and political turmoil in the country. Venezuela was experiencing high inflation and currency devaluation, which led to the introduction of a new currency, the "Locha," which was named after the then-President of Venezuela, Isaías Medina Angarita. The coin was made of brass, a metal alloy composed of 70% copper and 30% zinc, and weighed 5 grams. Despite its small denomination, the coin played an important role in the country's economy during a time of great need.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | 800000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 12½ Céntimos "Locha" 1944 coin.
