© Subastas Ibercoin
© Subastas Ibercoin
50 Céntimos (Benetúser) ND
| Cardboard | - | 60 mm |
| Issuer | Municipality of Benetúser (Province of Valencia) |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1936-1939) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 50 Centimos (0.50 ESP) |
| Currency | Peseta (1936-1939) |
| Composition | Cardboard |
| Diameter | 60 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#350517 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Blank reverse with round Municipal stamp on round greenish blue cardboard
Edge
Plain
Comment
Local Spanish Civil War coins: Created by municipalities, cooperatives, unions and other organizations due to the scarcity of fiduciary currency in small purchases and exchanges during the Spanish Civil War.Municipality: Benetúser - Province: Valencia - Autonomous community: Valencian Community
NOTE: Face value written on coin (0.50 Centimos) is a mistake, since it should have been 0.50 Pesetas or 50 Centimos.
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it is made of cardboard, which is a unique and eco-friendly material for a coin. Most coins are made of metals like copper, nickel, or zinc, but this one is made of a renewable resource that is biodegradable and recyclable. This makes it a distinctive and environmentally conscious option for a coin.