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50 Cents - George V
| Silver (.925) (.925 silver .075 copper) | 11.78 g | 29.85 mm |
| Issuer | Newfoundland (Canadian provinces) |
|---|---|
| King | George V (1910-1936) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1911-1919 |
| Value | 50 Cents (0.50 NFD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1865-1949) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (.925 silver .075 copper) |
| Weight | 11.78 g |
| Diameter | 29.85 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8799 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
Face value and year of issue in the centre, surrounded by a decorative circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NEWFOUNDLAND
50
CENTS
1919
C
Engraver: William Henry James Blakemore
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Cents - George V 1911-1919 coin from Newfoundland is that it was the first coin to feature the image of a reigning British monarch, King George V, on a Canadian coin. This was a significant departure from previous Canadian coins, which had typically featured allegorical figures or symbols. The inclusion of the king's image was seen as a symbol of Newfoundland's loyalty to the British crown and its commitment to the British Empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1917 C | 375560 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1918 C | 294824 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1919 C | 306267 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
