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50 Euro Cents 1st map
Nordic gold (89% Copper, 5% Aluminium, 5% Zinc, 1% Tin) | 7.8 g | 24.25 mm |
Issuer | Ireland |
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Period | Republic (1937-date) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 2002-2006 |
Value | 50 Euro Cents 0.50 EUR = USD 0.55 |
Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
Composition | Nordic gold (89% Copper, 5% Aluminium, 5% Zinc, 1% Tin) |
Weight | 7.8 g |
Diameter | 24.25 mm |
Thickness | 2.38 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#126 |
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Rarity index | 4% |
Reverse
A map, next to the face value, symbolizes the gathering of the fifteen nations of the European Union
Lettering: 50 EURO CENT LL
Engraver: Luc Luycx
Edge
Indented
Interesting fact
The 50 Euro Cents coin from Ireland, made of Nordic gold, has a unique feature - it has a "hidden" design element. If you look closely at the coin, you'll notice that the map of Ireland appears to be incomplete. However, if you hold the coin at a certain angle, the map appears complete, with the missing section revealing the word "Éire" (the Irish word for Ireland). This clever design feature is known as a "latent image" and adds an extra layer of interest and beauty to the coin.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2002 | 25000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
2003 | 65000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
2004 | 44000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
2005 | 55000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
2006 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Euro Cents (1st map) 2002-2006 coin.