Obverse

Reverse

50 Centavos

Brazil · 1976

A circulated copper-nickel coin featuring a harbor crane scene on one side and an allegorical representation on the other.

Country: Brazil
Year: 1976
Denomination: 50 Centavos
Metal: Copper-Nickel
Grade: Fine to Very Fine (moderate wear on the high points of the design)

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Overview

A circulated copper-nickel coin featuring a harbor crane scene on one side and an allegorical representation on the other.

Historical significance

Issued during a period of industrial modernization in Brazil under military government economic policies, highlighting trade, labor, and maritime commerce.

Obverse (front)

Features the stylized allegorical head of the Republic (Effigy of the Republic), facing left, with the legend 'BRASIL' and surrounding stars.

Reverse (back)

Features a large denomination '50' above the word 'CENTAVOS', with an industrial harbor crane and cargo elements to the left and below, and the year '1976' at the bottom.

Estimated value

$0.25 - $2.00 depending on condition

What drives this coin's value

Overall state of preservation, absence of deep scratches or corrosion, and eye appeal.

Grade assessment

Fine to Very Fine (moderate wear on the high points of the design)

Mintage & rarity

Common circulation coin with high mintage figures.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check weight and diameter against specifications. Counterfeiting low-denomination modern base metal coins is rare due to low profit margins.

Notable varieties & errors

Standard circulation strike with no major rare major mint errors widely sought at a premium.

Similar coins

Other Brazilian centavo denominations from the 1960s to 1980s featuring industrial and allegorical themes.

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid harsh cleaning agents or scrubbing to preserve the original metal surfaces and any residual mint luster.

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