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50 Centavos - Alfonso XII
| Silver (.835) | 12.98 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Philippines |
|---|---|
| King | Alfonso XII (1874-1885) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1880-1885 |
| Value | 50 Centavos (0.50) |
| Currency | Peso (1857-1967) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 12.98 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 October 1904 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#33991 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 23% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REY CONSTL. DE ESPAÑA
*50 Cs DE PESO*
Unabridged legend: Rey Constitucional de España. 50 centavos de peso.
Translation: Constitutional King of Spain. 50 cents of a peso.
Engraver: Gregorio Sellán y González
Edge
Text and stars.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LEY PATRIA REY ***
Translation: Law, homeland, king.
Interesting fact
The 50 Centavos coin from the Philippines, minted between 1880 and 1885, features an image of King Alfonso XII, who was the king of Spain at the time. This coin was made of silver (.835) and weighs 12.98 grams. It's interesting to note that the coin's design was influenced by the Spanish colonial era, and it's a unique piece of history that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 127050 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1881 | 2479806 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1882 | 1885666 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1883 | 2220534 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1884 | 22622 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1885 | 22721818 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Centavos - Alfonso XII 1880-1885 coin.
