50 Centesimos de Franco 1891 front 50 Centesimos de Franco 1891 back
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50 Centesimos de Franco

1891 year
Silver (.835) 2.5 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Dominican Republic › Dominican Republic (1844-date)
Period
Second Republic (1863-1916)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1891
Value
50 Centesimos de Franco (0.50)
Currency
Franco (1891)
Composition
Silver (.835)
Weight
2.5 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#30742
Rarity index
69%

Reverse

Head left

Script: Latin

Lettering:
50 CENTESIMOS DE FRANCO 1891
TASSET

Engraver: Ernest Paulin Tasset

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

The 50 Centesimos de Franco coin from the Dominican Republic, minted in 1891, features a unique design element - a crowned shield with the coat of arms of the country, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. This design was a common motif in coins of the time period and signifies the country's rich history and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1891 A 150000 - - - - - -

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