50 Céntimos 1960 front 50 Céntimos 1960 back
50 Céntimos 1960 photo
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50 Céntimos

1960 year
Silver (.835) 2.5 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Venezuela
Period
Fourth Republic (1953-1999)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1960
Value
50 Centimos (50 céntimos) (0.50&nbspVEB)
Currency
Bolivar (1879-2007)
Composition
Silver (.835)
Weight
2.5 g
Diameter
18 mm
Thickness
1.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
31 December 2011
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#7297
Rarity index
14%

Reverse

Bust left, flanked with legend. Engraver's name at base.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BOLÍVAR LIBERTADOR
BARRE

Translation: Bolivar Liberator

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 50 Céntimos coin from Venezuela, made of Silver (.835) and weighing 2.5 grams, is interesting because it was minted during a time of economic and political change in the country. In 1960, Venezuela was experiencing a period of rapid industrialization and modernization, and the coin's design reflects this shift. The coin features an image of the national hero, Simón Bolívar, on one side, and the Venezuelan coat of arms on the other. The use of silver in the coin's composition also adds to its value and rarity, making it a sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1960  20000000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Céntimos 1960 coin.