50 Centavos (Pattern) 1894 front 50 Centavos (Pattern) 1894 back
50 Centavos (Pattern) 1894 photo
© PCGS

50 Centavos Pattern

1894 year
Copper - 31 mm
Description
Issuer
El Salvador
Period
Republic (1841-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1894
Value
50 Centavos (0.50)
Currency
Peso (1861-1919)
Composition
Copper
Diameter
31 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#335345
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Columbus facing left with name on top and lettering around detailing value and legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
• CRISTÓBAL COLÓN •
50 CENTAVOS
AMÉRICA CENTRAL

Translation:
Christopher Columbus
50 Centavos
Central America

Interesting fact

The Pattern 50 Centavos coin from El Salvador, made of Copper in 1894, is considered a rare and unique piece among collectors. Its design features a portrait of General Francisco Morazán, a prominent figure in Central American history, on the obverse, and an eagle on the reverse. The coin was never officially released into circulation, making it a highly sought-after collector's item.