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50 Centavos - Maximiliano I

1866 year
Silver (.903) 13.5365 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Mexico
Emperor
Maximilian I (1863-1867)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1866
Value
50 Centavos (0.50&nbspMXP)
Currency
Peso (1863-1992)
Composition
Silver (.903)
Weight
13.5365 g
Diameter
30 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#15044
Rarity index
66%

Reverse

Crowned imperial arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IMPERIO MEXICANO
50 CENT. 1866 Mᴼ

Engraver: S. Navalon

Interesting fact

The 50 Centavos coin from Mexico, featuring Maximiliano I, has an interesting history. It was minted in 1866, during the reign of Maximilian I, who was the only monarch of the Second Mexican Empire, a short-lived monarchy that lasted from 1864 to 1867. The coin was made of silver (.903) and weighs 13.5365 grams. Despite its relatively small size, it has become a sought-after collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and limited mintage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1866 Mo 31000 - - - - - -

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