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50 Centavos
| Silver (.720) | 8.33 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Period | United Mexican States/Mexican Republic (1823-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1919-1945 |
| Value | 50 Centavos (0.50 MXP) |
| Currency | Peso (1863-1992) |
| Composition | Silver (.720) |
| Weight | 8.33 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#3844 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Value and date within 3/4 wreath with liberty cap and rays above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTAD
50
M
CENTAVOS
1939
Translation: Liberty
Edge
Smooth with legend
Lettering: INDEPENDENCIA Y LIBERTAD
Translation: Independence and Freedom
Interesting fact
The 50 Centavos coin from Mexico, produced between 1919 and 1945, has an interesting feature. It was made of silver, specifically with a composition of .720 silver, which means it contains 72% silver and 28% other metals. This coin was also relatively small in size, weighing only 8.33 grams. Despite its small size, it was widely used in Mexico during its time and remains a popular collector's item today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 M | 10200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1920 M | 27166000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1921 M | 21864000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1925 M | 3280000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1937 M | 20000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1938 M | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1939 M | 10440000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1942 M | 800000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1943 M | 41512000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1944 M | 55806000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1945 M | 56766000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Centavos 1919-1945 coin.
