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50 Centimes with "LIBRE"
1943 year| Bronze | 2.7 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Cameroon › French Cameroon (1916-1960) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free France (1940-1945) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1943 |
| Value | 50 Centimes (0.50) |
| Currency | Franc (1922-1945) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#11249 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 32% |
Reverse
Cross of Lorraine divides denomination below, date at bottom
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HONNEUR LIBERTÉ · ÉGALITÉ PATRIE
·FRATERNITÉ·
50 CMES
C.L.S.
1943
Unabridged legend:
Honneur Liberté · Égalité Patrie
Fraternité
50 Centimes
Coert Laurens Steynberg
Translation:
Honor Liberty Equality Country
Fraternity
Engraver: Coert Laurens Steynberg
Edge
Plain
Comment
NOTE: similar to KM#4 but with "LIBRE" addedInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 1943 50 Centimes coin from French Cameroon is that it features the word "LIBRE" (meaning "free" in French) on its reverse side, which was a rare occurrence for coins issued during the French colonial period. This suggests that the coin may have been issued to commemorate a specific event or anniversary related to the concept of freedom or liberation. Additionally, the use of bronze as the material for the coin was also uncommon for coins issued during this time period, which makes it a unique and interesting piece for collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 SA | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Centimes (with "LIBRE") 1943 coin.
