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50 Centavos
| Nickel | 3.9 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | El Salvador |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Central Reserve Bank of El Salvador (Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador) |
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1970-1977 |
| Value | 50 Centavos (0.50 SVC) |
| Currency | Colón (1892-date) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1.65 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2001 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#2512 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
Denomination within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50
CENTAVOS
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Though SCWC gives mass 5 g in 1970 and 5.1 g in 1977, most probably it is a mistake.Interesting fact
The 50 Centavos coin from El Salvador, made of Nickel and weighing 3.9 grams, has an interesting fact. It was the first coin in the country to feature the national emblem, the "Pendón de El Salvador," which is a shield with the country's name written above it and a Phrygian cap, a symbol of liberty, on top. This coin was introduced in 1970 and was in circulation until 1977.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 | 1500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Centavos 1970-1977 coin.
