50 Cents Silver Proof Issue
1981 year| Silver (.925) | 10.82 g | 27.76 mm |
| Issuer | Singapore |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1965-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1981 |
| Value | 50 Cents 0.50 SGD = USD 0.38 |
| Currency | Dollar (1967-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 10.82 g |
| Diameter | 27.76 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#167409 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Lionfish (genus Pterois)
Engraver: Stuart Devlin
Edge
Reeded
Comment
This coin design is the only one that is made with silver. All the Silver proof set in the different years are made with base metal. These coins can only be brought by buying the proof set. Only 30000 are been minted to celebrate 10 anniversary of Monetary Authority Of Singapore. (MAS) All the other Silver Sets, only the 1 Dollar is silver.
Issue Date: 13.7.81
Denomination / Version: Silver Proof Coin Set (1¢ - $1)
Theme / Design: MAS 10th Anniversary
Actual Mintage: 30,000 (Pcs/Sets)
Issue Price : (S$) 160.00
1981 Proof Set
Coins Side 1
Coins Side 2
Papers 1
Papers 2
Interesting fact
The 1981 Singapore Silver Proof 50 Cents coin features a unique design, with a portrait of the country's first president, Yusof bin Ishak, on one side and the national symbol of Singapore, the Merlion, on the other. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with only 20,000 pieces minted.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 SM | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Cents (Silver Proof Issue) 1981 coin.
