1970 Colombia 50 Pesos
Colombia
1970
Reference data compiled from public catalogs
Estimated Melt Value
$2,995.71
Based on Gold spot price ($4,790.835/oz) · 90.0% purity · 21.61g
Updated 10:08 PM
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Specifications
| Country | Colombia |
| Years Minted | 1970 |
| Composition | 0.900 gold |
| Weight | 21.61 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Edge | Reeded |
Design
Obverse
The obverse features the Colombian coat of arms.
Reverse
The reverse depicts a design commemorating the World Fair of 1970.
History & Notable Facts
This 1970 50 Pesos gold coin from Colombia was minted to mark the country's participation in Expo '70 in Osaka, one of the few times a Latin American nation issued a gold piece for an international fair.
It features a design by Colombian artist Juan de Dios. On the obverse, you'll find a portrait of Simón Bolívar; the reverse shows the Expo '70 logo intertwined with national symbols. Struck in 22-karat gold, it weighs about 8.1 grams. Records don't specify the exact mintage, though estimates suggest it was low, given the event's limited appeal outside Japan.
Some versions show signs of die wear, hinting at rushed production. As for rarity, it's not the rarest coin I've handled, but it's often overlooked in collections focused on European issues.
Mint errors are rare, but I once saw one with a misaligned strike—looked like Bolívar was tipping his hat at an angle.
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