50 Colones (Pattern) 1971 front 50 Colones (Pattern) 1971 back
50 Colones (Pattern) 1971 photo
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50 Colones Pattern

1971 year
Gold plated brass - -
Description
Issuer
El Salvador
Period
Republic (1841-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1971
Value
50 Colones (50&nbspSVC)
Currency
Colón (1892-date)
Composition
Gold plated brass
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#305045
Rarity index
100%

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

The Pattern 50 Colones (Pattern) 1971 from El Salvador made of Gold plated brass is a rare and unique coin, with only 1000 pieces minted. It was created as a pattern coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a sample or prototype for a potential new design. The coin's rarity and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.