50 Centavos 1916-1934 front 50 Centavos 1916-1934 back
50 Centavos 1916-1934 photo
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50 Centavos

 
Silver (.900) (Copper .100) 12.5 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Colombia
Period
Republic (1886-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1916-1934
Value
50 Centavos (0.50&nbspCOP)
Currency
Peso decimalized (1847-date)
Composition
Silver (.900) (Copper .100)
Weight
12.5 g
Diameter
30 mm
Thickness
2.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#14519
Rarity index
20%

Reverse

Condor with spread wings above flagged arms, surrounded by value, weight and fineness.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CINCUENTA CENTAVOS
LIBERTAD Y ORDEN
G. 12.500. LEY 0.900

Translation:
Fifty Centavos
Liberty and Order
12.5 Grams, .900 Fineness

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 Centavos coin from Colombia is that it was minted during a time of great change in the country's history. The coin was first introduced in 1916, just a few years after Colombia gained its independence from Spain in 1903. During this period, the country was undergoing significant political, economic, and social transformations, including the establishment of a new constitution, the expansion of agriculture and industry, and the growth of urban centers. Despite these changes, the 50 Centavos coin remained a stable and widely used denomination throughout the period, reflecting the country's commitment to maintaining a strong and stable currency.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1916  1300000 - - - - - -
1917  142324 - - - - - -
1921  1000000 - - - - - -
1922  3000000 - - - - - -
1934  10000000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Centavos 1916-1934 coin.