© Emiliano Micalizzi
© Emiliano Micalizzi
1 Peso Cuban Volanta Coach
1984 year| Copper-nickel | 11.3 g | 29.9 mm |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1959-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1984 |
| 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 | 1984 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#14172 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 54% |
Reverse
Cuban Volanta Coach left, curved legend series name on top, mintmark and issue date on lower right, curved legend with vehicle name below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MEDIOS DE TRANSPORTE
1984
LA VOLANTA CUBANA
Translation:
Means of transport
1984
Cuban Volanta coach
Designer: E. Cepero
Edge
Plain
Comment
Cuban Volanta is a 2-wheeled coach, pulled by 1 horse, was able to transport comfortably 4 people, driver rode the horse. This type of coach was common on several Latin American countries, for more than 300 years.Cuban Volanta has bigger wheels than other countries' volantas (about 2 meters diameter), where the driver usually travelled siting on the coach.
Interesting fact
The 1984 Cuban Volanta Coach non-circulating coin is unique in that it features a design that is not commonly found on other coins. The coin's reverse side features a stylized image of a classic Cuban Volanta coach, a type of horse-drawn carriage that was popular in the country during the 19th and early 20th centuries. The design is surrounded by intricate details and patterns, making it a standout piece among other coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | 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 Volanta Coach) 1984 coin.
