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50 Centimos Transitional Coinage
| Silver (.900) | 12 g | - |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1822-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1858-1859 |
| Value | 50 Centimos (0.50) |
| Currency | Transitional Peso (1858-1863) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#46433 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Centimos (Transitional Coinage) 1858-1859 from Peru is that it was minted during a time of transition for the country's currency. Prior to this coin's production, Peru had been using Spanish colonial currency, but with the country's independence in 1821, there was a need for a new currency. The 50 Centimos coin was part of a transitional series that bridged the gap between the old Spanish colonial currency and the new Peruvian currency. It features the national emblem of Peru on one side and the denomination on the other. This coin is a unique piece of history that showcases Peru's transition to independence and its efforts to establish a new currency system.
