50 Centavos (Brass pattern) 1902 front 50 Centavos (Brass pattern) 1902 back
50 Centavos (Brass pattern) 1902 photo
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50 Centavos Brass pattern

1902 year
Brass 8.3 g 29.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Bolivia
Period
Republic (1825-2009)
Type
Pattern
Year
1902
Value
50 Centavos = ½ Boliviano (0.50)
Currency
First boliviano (1864-1963)
Composition
Brass
Weight
8.3 g
Diameter
29.5 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1902
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#152254
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Denomination in letters and figures and fineness below within wreath. Motto as circular legend around on sides and top and date below, all within a toothed border.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LA UNION ES LA FUERZA
MEDIO
BOLIVIANO
50
CENTAVOS
9 DSFINO
PTS 1902 M.M.

Translation:
The unity is the strength
Half boliviano
50 cents
9 tenths fineness
Potosi 1902 M.M.

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Brass pattern of KM#175

Interesting fact

The Pattern 50 Centavos (Brass pattern) 1902 from Bolivia made of Brass weighing 8.3 g is a rare and unique coin, with only a few known examples existing in the world. It was minted in 1902 as a pattern coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a sample or prototype for a potential new coin design. The fact that it was made of brass, a relatively inexpensive metal, and not a more valuable metal like gold or silver, makes it even more unusual and collectible. Its rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after item among coin collectors and enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1902 PTS MM - - - - - -

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