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| Issuer | Panama |
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| Year | 1953 |
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| Value | 1/2 Balboa |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | An armoured and helmeted bust of Vasco Núñez de Balboa, the Spanish conquistador and explorer, faces left in strong relief. The bust is rendered in a classical heroic style with detailed plate armour and a visored helmet. The denomination legend 'MEDIO BALBOA' curves along the upper periphery, while the commemorative inscription 'CINCUENTENARIO' arcs along the lower periphery, marking the 50th anniversary of Panamanian independence. |
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| Mint | Philadelphia Mint |
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