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50 Escudos
| Copper-nickel | 16.3 g | 34.1 mm |
| Issuer | Cape Verde |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1975-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1977-1980 |
| Value | 50 Escudos (50 CVE) |
| Currency | Escudo (1975-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 16.3 g |
| Diameter | 34.1 mm |
| Thickness | 2.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1995 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#4377 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
Head of Amilcar Lopes Cabral (1924-1973), founder of the Party for the Independence of Guinea and Cape Verde, PAIGC, which led to their independence from Portugal in 1975.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMILCAR CABRAL
1924
1973
Edge
Plain
Lettering: BANCO DE CABO VERDE
Interesting fact
The 50 Escudos coin from Cape Verde features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. On one side, the coin features a portrait of Amílcar Cabral, a prominent African nationalist and leader in the struggle for independence from Portuguese colonial rule. On the other side, the coin features a traditional Cape Verdean boat, known as a "pirogue," which is a symbol of the country's maritime history and fishing industry. This design was created by the Cape Verdean artist, António F. M. da Silva, and it is a nod to the country's rich cultural and historical heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1980 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Escudos 1977-1980 coin.
