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50 Pesewas FAO
1979 year| Aluminium bronze (92% Copper, 6% Aluminium, 2% Nickel) | 12.50 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Ghana › Ghana (1957-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 50 Pesewas (0.50 GHC) |
| Currency | Second cedi (1967-2007) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze (92% Copper, 6% Aluminium, 2% Nickel) |
| Weight | 12.50 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Thickness | 1.96 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 2007 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#11262 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 18% |
Reverse
Coat of Arms (Lesser Version)
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIFTY
1979
PESEWAS
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
The 50 Pesewas (FAO) 1979 coin from Ghana features a unique design that represents the country's agricultural industry. The obverse side of the coin depicts a farmer working in a field, while the reverse side shows a stalk of rice, which is one of Ghana's primary crops. This design was chosen to highlight the importance of agriculture in Ghana's economy and to promote the FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization) program, which aims to improve food security and sustainable agriculture practices around the world.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 40000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Pesewas (FAO) 1979 coin.
