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Fifty cents was considered a significant amount of money during the early to mid-20th century, particularly in the 1930s and 1940s when the Great Depression impacted economies worldwide. At that time, it could buy a substantial amount of food or goods, such as a loaf of bread or a few gallons of milk. Even into the 1950s and 1960s, 50 cents could still afford small treats or snacks. Inflation over the decades has diminished its purchasing power, making it less significant today.

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