50 Euro Cents (1st map) 2002-2006 front 50 Euro Cents (1st map) 2002-2006 back
50 Euro Cents (1st map) 2002-2006 photo
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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
Description
Issuer
Ireland
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
References
Numista
N#126
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
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.