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50 Cents - Edward VII
| Silver (.800) | 5.8319 g | 23.6 mm |
| Issuer | East Africa |
|---|---|
| King | Edward VII (1901-1910) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1906-1910 |
| Value | 50 Cents (0.50) |
| Currency | Rupee (1906-1920) |
| Composition | Silver (.800) |
| Weight | 5.8319 g |
| Diameter | 23.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#34070 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 61% |
Reverse
Lion walking to the right, name and date below, caption around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EAST AFRICA & UGANDA PROTECTORATES
50
CENTS
1906
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 50 Cents - Edward VII 1906-1910 from East Africa made of Silver (.800) weighing 5.8319 g is that it was minted during a time of great change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of King Edward VII, who ruled from 1901 to 1910, a period of significant political and economic transformation in East Africa. The coin's mintage was a result of the British colonial administration's efforts to standardize currency across its territories, and it was used widely in the region, including in present-day Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. Despite its age, the coin remains a popular collector's item and a symbol of East Africa's rich history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1909 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1910 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Cents - Edward VII 1906-1910 coin.
