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50 Centavos
| Silver (.835) | 12.5 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Venezuela |
|---|---|
| Period | United States (1864-1953) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1873-1876 |
| Value | 50 Centavos (0.50) |
| Currency | Venezolano (1871-1879) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 12.5 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#43876 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
Bust left flanked with legend. With privy marks, engraver's name, and mint mark at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BOLÍVAR LIBERTADOR
⚓ * BARRE A
Translation: Bolivar Liberator
Engraver: Désiré-Albert Barre
Edge
Reeded
Comment
this currency was minted according to the standards of the Latin Union at a rate of 5 Francs per Bolivar
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Centavos coin from Venezuela made of Silver (.835) weighing 12.5g is that it was minted during a time of economic and political instability in the country. The coin was introduced in 1873, just a few years after Venezuela had declared its independence from Spain, and was struggling to establish a stable government and economy. Despite these challenges, the coin remained in circulation for several years and is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1873 A | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1874 A | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1876 A | 158000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Centavos 1873-1876 coin.
