50 Poisha 1973 front 50 Poisha 1973 back
50 Poisha 1973 photo
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50 Poisha

1973 year
Nickel brass 4 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Bangladesh
Period
People's Republic (1971-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1973
Value
50 Poisha 0.50 BDT = USD 0.0042
Currency
Taka (1972-date)
Composition
Nickel brass
Weight
4 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#16216
Rarity index
20%

Reverse

Name of Bangladesh in top & year of mintage. In the middle picture of pigeon. In bottom value in figure & number.

Script: Bengali

Lettering:
বাংলাদেশ
১৯৭৩
পঞ্চাশ ৫০ পয়সা

Translation:
Bangladesh
1973
Fifty 50 Poisha

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Steel Type: Austenitic (non-magnetic). Examples of very weak magnetic coins exist.

Interesting fact

The 50 Poisha coin from Bangladesh features a unique design that showcases the country's cultural heritage. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a farmer working in a paddy field, while on the other side, there is a picture of the national flower of Bangladesh, the Water Lily. This design was chosen to represent the country's rich agricultural history and its commitment to preserving its natural beauty.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1973  18000000 - - - - - -

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