© G. Gilles
© G. Gilles
50 Centavos Provisional Government
1915 year| Silver | 4.41 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | State of Oaxaca |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1915 |
| Value | 50 Centavos (0.50) |
| Currency | Peso (1915-1916) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.41 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#39525 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONEDA PROVISIONAL
50 CENTAVOS
Interesting fact
The 50 Centavos coin from the State of Oaxaca, issued in 1915, is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a unusual choice for a circulating coin at that time. Most coins of that era were made of copper, nickel, or other base metals. The use of silver in this coin reflects the rich mineral resources of the State of Oaxaca and the desire of the Provisional Government to create a coin that would stand out and be valued by the people.
