© PCGS
© PCGS
50 Centavos
| Silver (.900) (Copper .100) | 6.25 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Honduras |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1862-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1931-1951 |
| Value | 50 Centavos 0.50 HNL = USD 0.020 |
| Currency | Lempira (1931-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) (Copper .100) |
| Weight | 6.25 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#7024 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 20% |
Reverse
Value, Portrait of Lempira (with feathers) to the left
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50 CENTAVOS DE LEMPIRA
0.900
Translation: 50 Centavos of a Lempira
Edge
Milled
Comment
The currency of Honduras is named after Lempira, a chieftain of the indigenous Lenca people, who waged war against Spanish occupation of the country during 16th century. He is revered as a national hero.These coins were introduced in 1931 to supplement the circulation of , as they were the same value at the time. United States coins gradually left circulation over the next decade. Due to a shortage of national currency in 1943, were imported to circulate alongside these pieces.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Centavos coin from Honduras is that it was minted with a unique blend of metals, specifically 90% silver and 10% copper, which gives it a distinctive color and durability.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1932 | 1100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1937 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1951 | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Centavos 1931-1951 coin.
