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50 Cents
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 13.6 g | 32.85 mm |
| Issuer | Malta |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-1974) |
| Period | Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1972-1981 |
| Value | 50 Cents (0.50 MTL) |
| Currency | Lira (1972-2007) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 13.6 g |
| Diameter | 32.85 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Decagonal (10-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#4992 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 6% |
Reverse
Denomination within a wreath of vine leaves
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50
CENTS
Engraver: Christopher Ironside
Edge
Plain
Comment
Of the coins dated 1972, 482,000 were minted in 1971 and 2,871,000 were minted in 1972.Interesting fact
The 50 cents coin from Malta, issued between 1972 and 1981, has an interesting feature. It has a unique shape, known as a "square-round" shape, where the coin has a round edge but a square outline. This distinctive shape makes it easily recognizable and sets it apart from other coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | 13000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1976 FM | 26000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 FM | 402 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1978 FM | 402 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1979 FM | 537 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 FM | 385 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1981 FM | 449 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Cents 1972-1981 coin.
