1966 Panama Silver 1/2 Balboa BU
1966 Panama Silver 1/2 Balboa BU
This mid-century silver coin from 1966 represents a fascinating collaboration in international minting, produced by the Royal Canadian Mint for Panama. Struck in 0.400 fine silver, the coin contains 0.1479 troy ounces of precious metal. It is classified under the catalog reference KM-12a0.1, with a total production run of exactly 1,000,000 pieces. The obverse side displays the official Panamanian coat of arms, accompanied by the year of production, 1966. On the reverse, the design honors the historic explorer Vasco Núñez de Balboa, showing his left-facing bust clad in armor. The denomination of one half Balboa is also clearly displayed on this side, making it a wonderful specimen for those curious about Central American coinage and mid-twentieth-century minting partnerships.
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Specifications
| Country | Canada |
|---|---|
| Year | 1966 |
| Grade | Brilliant Unc |
| Legal-tender face value | 1/2 Balboa |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.1479 troy oz |
| Purity | .400 |
| Diameter | 30.6 mm |
| Thickness | N/A mm |
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