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50 Cents

1967 year
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 7.6 g 25.9 mm
Description
Issuer
Guyana
Queen
Elizabeth II (1966-1970)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1967
Value
50 Cents (0.50&nbspGYD)
Currency
Dollar (decimalized, 1965-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
7.6 g
Diameter
25.9 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1992
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#5797
Rarity index
25%

Reverse

Denomination within a circle with legend above. The date below is surrounded by 2 birds facing left and right. The birds are Guyana’s National Bird, the Hoatzin (Opisthocomus hoazin), also known as the Hoactzin, Stinkbird, or Canje Pheasant. Present in the Amazon-Orenoque basin, they are related to the extinct Archeopteryx, youngs have wing claws, and they digest cellulose with bacterial systems as cows do (thus the smell).

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BANK OF GUYANA
FIFTY
50
CENTS
1967

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1967 Guyana 50 cents coin features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. On the obverse side, the coin features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse side depicts a traditional Amerindian headdress, symbolizing the indigenous people of Guyana. This design was created by renowned sculptor and medallist, Arnold Machin, and was used on several other coins issued by Guyana during this period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1967  5100 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Cents 1967 coin.