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50 Centavos
1865 year| Silver (.970) | 11 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | City of Copiapó (Chilean States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1818-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1865 |
| Value | 50 Centavos (0.50) |
| Currency | Old peso (1835-1959) |
| Composition | Silver (.970) |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#35411 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Date centered
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1865
Comment
Necessity coin made in Copiapo during the Chincha Islands War.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Centavos 1865 coin from the City of Copiapó (Chilean States) is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in Chile. The coin was issued during the presidency of José Joaquín Pérez, who was facing a severe economic crisis and a civil war between the conservative and liberal forces in the country. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains its value and historical significance, making it a unique piece for collectors and historians.
