1 Peso First Railroad in England
1989 year| Copper-nickel | 11.3 g | 29.9 mm |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1959-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1989 |
| 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 | 1989 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#44140 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Image of the first train of the world, serving inter-urban line Liverpool-Manchester, Event name, as curved legend on top and sides, mintmark and issue date on center, with line covered by service over train image, dates of anniversary below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
160 ANIV. DEL 1er FERROCARRIL DEL MUNDO
1989
LIVERPOOL-
MANCHESTER
1830-1990
Translation:
160th. Anniversary of first railroad of the world
1989
Liverpool -
Manchester
1830 - 1990
Designer: Jorge Fornés Ramos
Edge
Plain
Comment
On 1830, 1st. operating line of public transportation by railways was open at England, covering the route Liverpool to Manchester. While some attempts were made before, this is considered the first successful operating line.Interesting fact
The 1989 Cuban Non-circulating coin 1 Peso (First Railroad in England) is made of Copper-nickel and weighs 11.3 grams. That's interesting because Copper-nickel is a common alloy used in coinage, but the weight of 11.3 grams is slightly heavier than most coins of similar size and material. This suggests that the coin may have been produced with a higher level of detail or precision, making it a unique and valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Peso (First Railroad in England) 1989 coin.
