© PCGS
© PCGS
50 Cents - Trial Piece
1881 year| Copper | 9.74 g | 23.62 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1867-1901) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1881 |
| Value | 50 Cents (0.50 CAD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 9.74 g |
| Diameter | 23.62 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#331280 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Wreath of two maple boughs and a crown
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50
CENTS
1881
H
Engraver: Leonard Charles Wyon
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern 50 Cents - Trial Piece 1881 from Canada, made of Copper weighing 9.74g, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was never officially released into circulation, and only a small number of trial pieces were minted, making it a highly sought-after collector's item.
