© Essor Prof
© Essor Prof
1 Peso Cuban Parrot Head
1985 year| Copper-nickel | 11.3 g | 29.9 mm |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1959-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1985 |
| Value | 1 Peso (1 CUP) |
| Currency | Cuban Peso (moneda nacional, 1914-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 11.3 g |
| Diameter | 29.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1985 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#66783 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 55% |
Reverse
Cuban Amazon Parrot head on center, event name as curved legend on top, animal name on bottom, issue date and mintmark on sides of image.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEFENSA DE LA NATURALEZA
1985
COTORRA
Translation:
Defense of Nature
1985
Parrot
Engraver: Luis Álvarez
Designer: Jorge Fornés Ramos
Edge
Plain
Comment
Cuban Amazon Parrot is very common on the all the Cuban islands, this is why the first Spaniards reaching Cuba named "Island of the parrots" to Pine Island.Interesting fact
The 1985 Cuban Parrot Head coin features a unique design that showcases the Cuban Parrot, a species endemic to the island nation. The coin's design highlights the bird's vibrant colors and distinctive features, making it a standout among other coins. Additionally, the coin's copper-nickel composition and 11.3g weight give it a substantial feel, making it a pleasure to handle and collect.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Peso (Cuban Parrot Head) 1985 coin.
