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50 Colones Independence
1971 year| Gold (.900) | 5.9 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | El Salvador |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Central Reserve Bank of El Salvador (Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador) |
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1971 |
| Value | 50 Colones (50 SVC) |
| Currency | Colón (1892-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 5.9 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2001 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#44398 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Victory with two laurel wreaths. Bust at right. With legend around and value at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
150° ANIVERSARIO DE LA INDEPENDENCIA DE CENTRO AMERICA
50 COLONES
1821
1971
Translation: 150th Anniversary of Central American Independence
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Colones (Independence) 1971 coin from El Salvador is that it features the country's national emblem, the Phrygian cap, on its obverse side. The Phrygian cap is a symbol of liberty and freedom, and it has been featured on various coins and currency from El Salvador throughout history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | 3530 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Colones (Independence) 1971 coin.
