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50 Cêntimos
2017 year| Nickel plated steel | 3.9 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic Republic (1975-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 2017 |
| Value | 50 Centimos 0.50 STN = USD 0.022 |
| Currency | Second Dobra (2018-date) |
| Composition | Nickel plated steel |
| Weight | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.69 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#130402 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 20% |
Reverse
Gray parrot right, Portuguese lettering.
Value.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CINQUENTA CÊNTIMOS
50
PAPAGAIO CINZENTO
Translation:
Fifty centimos
Gray parrot
Edge
Segmented reeding
Comment
São Tomé and Príncipe's currency, the Dobra, has suffered devaluation (3 zeros lost) and a new coin family will enter circulation on january 1st 2018. Five new coins, minted in EnglandInteresting fact
The 50 Cêntimos coin from São Tomé and Príncipe features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a traditional São Toméan boat, known as a "piroga," which is a symbol of the country's fishing industry and maritime history. On the other side, there is an image of a cocoa tree, which is a major crop in São Tomé and Príncipe and an important part of the country's economy. This design not only highlights the country's cultural and economic heritage but also serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving traditional practices and industries.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Cêntimos 2017 coin.
