FRANCO 50 PESETAS COIN 1957 *58 - EBC

Description:
- Fifty peseta coin, circular in shape, from the era of the Spanish State presided over by Francisco Franco Bahamonde, designed in 1957 and minted by the National Mint and Stamp Factory in 1958.
- Obverse: Bas-relief bust of General Francisco Franco Bahamonde, designed by the sculptor Mariano Benlliure Gil. It is unsigned. Around its inner edge is the inscription “FRANCISCO FRANCO, LEADER OF SPAIN BY THE GRACE OF GOD” “1957”. Around its outer edge is a border of dots that approximate the shape of a teardrop.
- Reverse: Bas-relief of the Coat of Arms of Spain, with the Eagle of Saint John, and the yoke and arrows at its base. On either side are two columns with a band bearing the inscription “PLUS ULTRA”. Above the Eagle's head is a band with the inscription “UNA GRANDE LIBRE” (A Great Free One). Inside is the inscription “50 PTAS” and a star with the year of minting inside, “58”. Around its outer edge is a border of dots that approximate the shape of a teardrop.
- Edge: Plain with the inscription “UNA GRANDE LIBRE”.
- This coin is made of a nickel alloy with a small amount of copper.
- No hallmark, mark, or assay mark has been found that could provide further information about this coin.

Conservation and Damage:
- Its condition is EF – Excellent Fine – slightly dented. It retains an attractive patina, despite having been cleaned.
- On both the obverse and reverse of the coin, the raised relief shows light wear and minor dents and scratches.
- The plain edge with the inscription shows dents and wear.

Comments:
- Measurements and weight are approximate.
- The colors in the photos may not be exactly the same as the actual colors.
- The coin for sale is the one shown in the photos. The description is not a detailed examination of the coin.
- The information provided here is based on personal, unverified opinions.
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