50 Sen 1954-1957 front 50 Sen 1954-1957 back
50 Sen 1954-1957 photo
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50 Sen

 
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 3.24 g 20.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Indonesia › Indonesia (1949-date)
Period
Republic (1950-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1954-1957
Value
50 Sen (0.50)
Currency
Rupiah (1950-1965)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
3.24 g
Diameter
20.0 mm
Thickness
1.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#7812
Rarity index
10%

Reverse

Denomination within scalloped design, ornaments flank date below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
INDONESIA
50
SEN
1957

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Of the coins dated 1955, 15,000,000 were minted in 1955 and 11,000,000 were minted in 1956.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 Sen coin from Indonesia (1954-1957) is that it features the country's national emblem, the Garuda, on its obverse side. The Garuda is a mythical bird that is deeply rooted in Indonesian culture and is a symbol of strength, courage, and wisdom. The coin's design was created by the Indonesian artist, L.M. Sitorus, and it has become a recognizable icon of Indonesian currency.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1954  1290000 - - - - - -
1955  26000000 - - - - - -
1957  26267313 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Sen 1954-1957 coin.