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1 Colon Pattern
1971 year| Silver plated brass | - | - |
| Issuer | El Salvador |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1971 |
| Value | 1 Colón (1 SVC) |
| Currency | Colón (1892-date) |
| Composition | Silver plated brass |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#305040 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Salvador Dali image "La Fecundidad". With legend around and value at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LUCHA POR LA DIGNIDAD DEL HOMBRE
LA FECUNDIDAD - DALI
1
COLON
Translation: Fight for the dignity of man
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Colon coin from El Salvador was designed by the renowned sculptor and engraver, Gilberto Hernández Ortega. He was known for his work on various coins and banknotes for different countries, and his design for the Pattern 1 Colon coin features a portrait of José Matías Delgado, a prominent figure in El Salvador's history who played a key role in the country's independence movement. The coin's design also includes the national coat of arms and various other symbols that reflect El Salvador's rich history and culture.
