50 Centavos Pattern; Cuauhtémoc; Bronze
1955 yearBronze | - | - |
Issuer | Mexico |
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Period | United Mexican States/Mexican Republic (1823-date) |
Type | Pattern |
Year | 1955 |
Value | 50 Centavos (0.50 MXP) |
Currency | Peso (1863-1992) |
Composition | Bronze |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
Demonetized | 1955 |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#397289 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cuauhtemoc bust left. With value at top, mint and date at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CINCUENTA CENTAVOS
Mo
1955
Translation: Fifty Centavos
Interesting fact
The Pattern 50 Centavos coin from Mexico, made of Bronze in 1955, features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual coat of arms, it depicts a portrait of Cuauhtémoc, the last Aztec emperor, who led the defense of Tenochtitlán against the Spanish conquistadors in the early 16th century. This design was only used on pattern coins and never made it to circulation, making it a rare and interesting piece for collectors.