50 Centavos 1888-1908 front 50 Centavos 1888-1908 back
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50 Centavos

 
Silver (.835) 12.5 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Colombia
Period
Republic (1886-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1888-1908
Value
50 Centavos (0.50&nbspCOP)
Currency
Peso decimalized (1847-date)
Composition
Silver (.835)
Weight
12.5 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#34700
Rarity index
69%

Reverse

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

Script: Latin

Lettering:
G. 12,500 CINCUENTA CENTAVOS
BOGOTA LEY 0,835

Edge

Inscripted

Lettering: DIOS LEI LIBERTAD

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 Centavos coin from Colombia is that it was minted during a time of economic and political instability in the country. The coin was introduced in 1888, and its production continued until 1908, a period marked by civil wars, political turmoil, and economic struggles. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a widely used denomination and was an important part of everyday transactions in Colombia during that time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1906  446000 - - - - - -
1907  1126000 - - - - - -
1908  871000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Centavos 1888-1908 coin.