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50 Centimes
| Aluminium bronze | 2.53 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Cameroon › French Cameroon (1916-1960) |
|---|---|
| Period | French Mandate (1919-1940) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1924-1926 |
| Value | 50 Centimes (0.50) |
| Currency | Franc (1922-1945) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 2.53 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.54 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#6377 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Spray of branches below denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TERRITOIRES SOUS MANDAT DE LA FRANCE
50 Cmes
CAMEROUN
Translation:
Mandated Territories of France
50 Cents
Cameroon
Engraver: Henri-Auguste Patey
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 50 Centimes coin from Cameroon › French Cameroon (1916-1960) made of Aluminium bronze weighing 2.53 g is interesting because it was minted during a unique period in Cameroon's history. The coin was issued during the French colonial era, specifically between 1924 and 1926. This was a time of significant change and development in Cameroon, as the country was undergoing modernization efforts under French rule. The coin's design, which features a stylized image of a local woman on the obverse and the French Republic's coat of arms on the reverse, reflects the blending of traditional Cameroonian culture with French colonial influences. This coin is a tangible reminder of Cameroon's complex history and its cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1925 | 2500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1926 | 7800000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Centimes 1924-1926 coin.