© Numismática Leilões
© Numismática Leilões
50 Centavos Pattern
1969 year| Bronze | 4.50 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1926-1974) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1969 |
| Value | 50 Centavos (0.50 PTE) |
| Currency | Escudo (1911-2001) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.50 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#131884 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Five ears of wheat underneath the face value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50
CENTAVOS
PROVA
MNORTE
Engraver: Marcelino Norte de Almeida
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 50 Centavos coin was designed by the artist José de Almada Negreiros, who was a prominent figure in Portuguese modernism. The coin features a unique pattern that includes a stylized portrait of a woman, surrounded by geometric shapes and patterns that were inspired by traditional Portuguese folk art. The design was meant to symbolize the country's cultural heritage and its connection to the modern world.
