50 Cents Independence
1983 year| Copper-nickel | 12.45 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Jamaica |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1983 |
| Value | 50 Cents (0.50 JMD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1969-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 12.45 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Decagonal (10-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1995 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#62538 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Bust of Marcus Garvey facing front-right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE RT. EXCELLENT MARCUS GARVEY
1887 - 1940
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1983 Jamaican Independence 50 cent coin features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. On the obverse side of the coin, there is an image of a stylized Jamaican woman, adorned with traditional clothing and jewelry, holding a basket of fruits and vegetables. This design was created by the renowned Jamaican artist, Edna Manley, and it symbolizes the country's independence, self-sufficiency, and cultural pride.
