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50 Centimos - Charles VII Pretender
1876 year| Silver (.835) | 2.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Charles VII (1863-1909) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1876 |
| Value | 50 Centimos (0.50 ESP) |
| Currency | Peseta (1868-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#84878 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain with olive branches below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEVS PATRIA REX
· 50 CENT.
OT
Unabridged legend: 50 Centimos
Translation: God Homeland King
Edge
Plain
Comment
Counterfeits exist.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Centimos - Charles VII (Pretender) 1876 coin from Spain is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in the country. The coin was issued by the pretender to the Spanish throne, Charles VII, who was attempting to overthrow the ruling monarch, Queen Isabella II. Despite the political upheaval, the coin still features the same design and composition as other coins issued by the Spanish government at the time, with the exception of the portrait of Charles VII on the obverse side. This coin is a unique piece of history that highlights the complex political landscape of 19th century Spain.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1876 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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