50 Centavos (FAO) 1977 front 50 Centavos (FAO) 1977 back
50 Centavos (FAO) 1977 photo
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50 Centavos FAO

1977 year
Aluminium 2.2 g 25.1 mm
Description
Issuer
Guinea-Bissau › Guinea-Bissau (1976-date)
Landgrave
Republic (1973-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1977
Value
50 Centavos (0.50&nbspGWP)
Currency
Peso (1975-1997)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
2.2 g
Diameter
25.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
May 1997
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#7438
Rarity index
16%

Reverse

Denomination besides palm tree

Script: Latin

Lettering:
50
CENTAVOS

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 50 Centavos coin from Guinea-Bissau, issued in 1977, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich agricultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a farmer working in a rice field, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a rice plant, symbolizing the importance of rice cultivation in Guinea-Bissau's economy and culture. This design was created by the artist, M.C. Moraes, and it has become a distinctive feature of Guinea-Bissau's currency.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1977  5500000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Centavos (FAO) 1977 coin.