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50 Cents - George V
| Silver (.800) | 5.8319 g | 23.6 mm |
| Issuer | East Africa |
|---|---|
| King | George V (1910-1936) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1911-1919 |
| 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#22618 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 51% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding lion walking to right with mountains in the background. Denomination and date beneath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EAST AFRICA & UGANDA PROTECTORATES
50
CENTS
1913
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Cents - George V 1911-1919 coin from East Africa is that it was minted during a time when the region was still under colonial rule, and the coin's design reflects this history. The coin features an image of King George V, who was the monarch of the United Kingdom at the time, and the inscription "EAST AFRICA" in bold letters. This coin was used in circulation in the colonies of British East Africa, which included present-day Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. Today, this coin is a valuable collector's item and a piece of history that reminds us of the complex and often controversial legacy of colonialism.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 150000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1912 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1913 | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1914 H | 180000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1918 H | 60000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1919 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Cents - George V 1911-1919 coin.
