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50 Centavos
| Bronze-nickel | 10.2 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|
| Period | Colony of the Portuguese Empire (1910-1951) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1928-1929 |
| Value | 50 Centavos (0.50) |
| Currency | Escudo (1914-1974) |
| Composition | Bronze-nickel |
| Weight | 10.2 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 1.81 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#11993 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 19% |
Reverse
Shield within globe above value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
S.TOMÉ E PRINCIPE
50 CENTAVOS
Edge
Reeded
Comment
First system (1928-1929)
N#20760
N#16146
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Centavos 1928-1929 coin from São Tomé and Príncipe is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's rich history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of King Carlos I of Portugal, who ruled the country during the time of its colonization. The reverse side features an image of a coffee plant, which was a major crop and export of São Tomé and Príncipe during the early 20th century. The coin's design was created by the Portuguese artist, António de Sousa, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | 400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1929 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Centavos 1928-1929 coin.
