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50 Cents magnetic
| Nickel plated steel | 5.51 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Sri Lanka › Sri Lanka (1972-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic Socialist Republic (1978-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1996-2004 |
| Value | 50 Cents 0.50 LKR = USD 0.0017 |
| Currency | Rupee (1972-date) |
| Composition | Nickel plated steel |
| Weight | 5.51 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#11523 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Value above designs within wreath
Scripts: Latin, Sinhala, Tamil
Lettering:
50
සත පනහ
ஐம்பது சதம்
FIFTY CENTS
2004
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Cents (magnetic) coin from Sri Lanka is that it was the first coin in the country to feature a portrait of the Buddha, which was included on the obverse side of the coin. This was a significant departure from the traditional designs used on Sri Lankan coins, which had previously featured the national emblem or other symbols. The inclusion of the Buddha's portrait was seen as a way to promote the country's Buddhist heritage and cultural identity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 50000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2001 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2002 | 15000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2004 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Cents (magnetic) 1996-2004 coin.
