Palestine – 50 Mils 1927 – NGC MS 65

Palestine – 50 Mils 1927 – NGC MS 65 On the obverse appears a stunning rainbow-toned patina gracefully spreading along the rim, while the reverse features beautiful blue and violet hues, giving the coin a rich and elegant appearance. Patina is a natural layer of oxidation that develops on the metal’s surface over time, and it is considered one of the most striking and rare phenomena in coin collecting. The naturally formed colors give each coin a unique character and visual beauty, serving as a testament to its authenticity, natural preservation, and historical depth. Mil was the Hebrew name of the coin that was legal in Israel during the British Mandate, and then the official name of the coin in the State of Israel until 1952. Observe: In the center of the coin a circle with a four-leaf olive stalk. The stalk separates at its lower end between a date in standard numerals to the left and a date in Arabic numerals to the right. Around the circle is the caption ‘Palestine’ in Hebrew on the left, in English above and in Arabic on the right. Reverse: The number ’50’ in Arabic numerals above, in standard numerals below, and inbetween the caption ‘Fifty MILS’ in Hebrew, above it in English, and above it in Arabic Metal: silver 0.720, copper 0.280 Diameter: 23.6 mm Weight: 5.83 grams Edge: Reeded Mintage:8,000,000 Catalog Number: KM # 6