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50 Centavos
| Silver (.835) | 12.5 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Colombia |
|---|---|
| Period | United States of Colombia (1863-1886) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1874-1885 |
| Value | 50 Centavos (0.50 COP) |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#48345 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 54% |
Reverse
Coat of arms surrounded by weight, value, silver fineness, and mint.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
G. 12,500 CINCUENTA CENTAVOS
BOGOTA LEI 0,835
Comment
KM varies by mintmark:BOGOTA: KM 177.1
POPAYAN: KM 177.2
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Centavos coin from Colombia made of Silver (.835) weighing 12.5g is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Colombia. The coin was introduced in 1874, just a few years after Colombia declared its independence from Spain in 1810. The country was going through a period of modernization and the introduction of new currency was part of this process. The 50 Centavos coin was meant to replace the old Spanish colonial currency and was intended to promote trade and commerce within the country. Despite its silver content, the coin was not widely accepted and was eventually replaced by a new currency in 1885. Today, the coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, providing a glimpse into Colombia's rich history and economic development.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1875 BOGOTA | 621000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1876 BOGOTA | 259000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1877 BOGOTA | 133000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1878 BOGOTA | 264000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1879 BOGOTA | 307000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1880 BOGOTA | 1249000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1881 BOGOTA | 1086000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1883 BOGOTA | 221000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1884 BOGOTA | 993000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Centavos 1874-1885 coin.
