50 Centavos 1958-1966 front 50 Centavos 1958-1966 back
50 Centavos 1958-1966 photo
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50 Centavos

 
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 12.5 g 30.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Colombia
Period
Republic (1886-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1958-1966
Value
50 Centavos 0.50 COP = USD 0.00012
Currency
Peso decimalized (1847-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
12.5 g
Diameter
30.5 mm
Thickness
3.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#5594
Rarity index
7%

Reverse

Condor with spread wings above flagged arms, surrounded by country name and value.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REPUBLICA DE COLOMBIA
LIBERTAD Y ORDEN
CINCUENTA CENTAVOS

Translation:
Republic of Colombia
Liberty and Order
Fifty centavos

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 50 Centavos coin from Colombia, minted between 1958 and 1966, has an interesting feature. It has a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. On one side, it features the image of Simon Bolivar, the liberator of Colombia, while on the other side, it depicts the coat of arms of Colombia, which includes a condor, a symbol of power and strength. This coin is a great example of how currency can serve as a reflection of a nation's history and identity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1958  3596000 - - - - - -
1959  13466000 - - - - - -
1960  4360000 - - - - - -
1961  3260000 - - - - - -
1962  2336000 - - - - - -
1963  4098000 - - - - - -
1964  9274000 - - - - - -
1965  5800000 - - - - - -
1966  2820000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Centavos 1958-1966 coin.