© CGB
© CGB
50 Centimes - Yusuf Piedfort Essai; 12g Cu-Ni ND
1925 year| Copper-nickel | 12.12 g | 25.47 mm |
| Issuer | Morocco |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Yusef (1912-1927) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1925 |
| Value | 50 Centimes (0.50) |
| Currency | Franc (1910-1959) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 12.12 g |
| Diameter | 25.47 mm |
| Shape | Dodecagonal (12-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#158748 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Scripts: Arabic, Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 50 Centimes - Yusuf (Piedfort Essai; 12g Cu-Ni) ND (1925) from Morocco is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of King Yusuf on one side and a depiction of a Moorish arch on the other. The coin's design was created by the French engraver, Ernest-Pierre Ménétrier, who was known for his work on various coins and medals during the early 20th century. This particular coin is a rare and valuable example of Moroccan numismatics, with only a limited number of pieces minted, making it a sought-after collector's item.
