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1 Peso Cuban Rock Iguana
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#38878 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 56% |
Reverse
Cuban Rock Iguana on center, event name as curved legend on top, animal name on bottom, mintmark and issue date on lower right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEFENSA DE LA NATURALEZA
1985
IGUANA
Translation:
Defense of Nature
1985
Iguana
Engraver: Luis Álvarez
Designer: Jorge Fornés Ramos
Edge
Plain
Comment
Cuban Rock Iguana was very abundant on the shores and cays of the island, where they swim and dive very well, but currently is in an endangered specie.(Image source: Cubatesoro.com)
Interesting fact
The 1985 Cuban Rock Iguana coin features a unique design, with the iguana's body wrapped around the coin's circumference, giving the appearance that it's climbing up the side of the coin. This design element sets it apart from other coins and makes it a standout piece for collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Peso (Cuban Rock Iguana) 1985 coin.
