Reverse In the central part, within a circle, the numeral: 1/2. Around the central circle, an inscription in Spanish: 'PAGARA AL PORTADOR, SOL DE ORO' - Payable to the bearer, Gold Sol. Along the edge of the coin, an inscription in Spanish: 'EL BANCO CENTRAL DE RESERVA DE PERU 1962' - Central Reserve Bank of Peru, 1962. Along the arc of the coin's edge - a toothed (reeded) relief.
Obverse In the central part, within a wreath of leaves, the Coat of Arms of Peru. Along the edge of the coin, relief elements executed in the form of teeth (denticles).