50 Centimos Asturias and León
1937 year| Copper-nickel | 2.77 g | 21.2 mm |
| Location | Provinces of Asturias and León (Spanish notgeld) |
|---|---|
| Issuing institution | Council of Asturias and León (Consejo de Asturias y León) |
| Period | Second Republic (1936-1939) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1937 |
| Value | 50 Centimos (0.50 ESP) |
| Currency | Peseta (1936-1939) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 2.77 g |
| Diameter | 21.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 21 October 1937 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#28586 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 61% |
Reverse
Face value and date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLICA ESPAÑOLA
50
CENTIMOS
1937
Translation: Spanish Republic
Engraver: Mateo Careaga Guisasola
Edge
Plain
Comment
The first coins were manufactured in Gernica, but when this city was bombed by Franco's troops on April 26, 1937, the machinery was moved to Aviles to continue issuing coins in this town.
Interesting fact
The 50 Centimos coin from Asturias and León, minted in 1937, features a unique design that reflects the cultural and historical significance of the region. The coin's reverse side depicts the famous Cathedral of Santa María de León, a stunning example of Gothic architecture that dates back to the 13th century. This coin is a fascinating piece of history and a beautiful representation of the region's rich cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Centimos (Asturias and León) 1937 coin.