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50 Centavos Non-magnetic
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 5.67 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Honduras |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Central Bank of Honduras (Banco Central de Honduras) |
| Period | Republic (1862-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1978-1990 |
| Value | 50 Centavos 0.50 HNL = USD 0.020 |
| Currency | Lempira (1931-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 5.67 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.52 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#7026 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Value, portrait of Lempira (without feathers) facing left in circle
Script: Latin
Lettering: 50 CENTAVOS DE LEMPIRA
Translation: 50 Centavos of a Lempira
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Lempira, the present currency of Honduras, was introduced in 1931 replacing the Peso. The Lempira is divided into 100 Centavos.The currency 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.
The image on the reverse of this coin is of Lempira.
Interesting fact
The 50 centavos coin from Honduras, minted between 1978 and 1990, has a unique feature - it is non-magnetic. This is because it is made of a copper-nickel alloy, which does not contain any iron, making it non-magnetic. This is different from many other coins, which often contain iron and are therefore magnetic.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | 12000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1990 | 5000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Centavos (Non-magnetic) 1978-1990 coin.
