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1 Córdoba

1972 year
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 9.5 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Nicaragua
Issuing bank
Central Bank of Nicaragua (Banco Central de Nicaragua)
Period
Republic (1854-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1972
Value
1 Córdoba
Currency
First Córdoba (1912-1987)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
9.5 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
15 February 1988
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#4341
Rarity index
10%

Reverse

Five volcanoes in a row with radiant sun behind, motto at top and value at bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
EN DIOS CONFIAMOS
UN CORDOBA

Translation:
In God we trust
One Cordoba

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1 Córdoba 1972 coin from Nicaragua has a unique feature - it has a security thread embedded in the metal that glows pink when held under ultraviolet light. This feature was added to prevent counterfeiting and ensure the authenticity of the coin.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1972  20000000 - - - - - -

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