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50 Euro Cent — obverse
Obverse
50 Euro Cent — reverse
Reverse
50 Euro Cent

50 Euro Cent

Spain (Eurozone) · 2001

A gold-colored European Union coin featuring the portrait of author Miguel de Cervantes on the national side and a map of Europe on the common side.

Country
Spain (Eurozone)
Year
2001
Denomination
50 Euro Cent
Metal
Nordic Gold (89% copper, 5% aluminium, 5% zinc, 1% tin)

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Overview

A gold-colored European Union coin featuring the portrait of author Miguel de Cervantes on the national side and a map of Europe on the common side.

Historical significance

Issued as part of the initial cash introduction of the Euro currency across participating European Union member states in 2002 (with mint years starting in 1999 or 2001).

Obverse (front)

Features the portrait of Miguel de Cervantes, the famous Spanish novelist and author of Don Quixote, along with the inscription 'ESPAÑA', the year 2001, and the twelve stars of the European flag.

Reverse (back)

Displays a map of the European continent showing the pre-2004 EU membership configuration, alongside the large numeral '50' and the words 'EURO CENT'.

Estimated value

$0.55 - $1.00

What drives this coin's value

Condition, rare mint errors, or specific low-mintage commemorative die variations.

Grade assessment

Circulated / Fine to Very Fine condition with noticeable surface wear and scratches.

Mintage & rarity

High mintage, common in circulation

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Genuine euro coins feature distinct magnetic properties and precise edge indentations. Counterfeits are rare for face-value circulating coins of this denomination.

Notable varieties & errors

Standard circulating issue with no major rare errors reported for this specific date in large quantities.

Similar coins

Other Euro cent denominations (20 cent and 10 cent) which also use Nordic Gold and feature a similar golden color.

Care & preservation

Store in a dry place. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive scrubbing to preserve the original Nordic Gold finish.