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1 Peso Independence
2011 year| Copper-nickel | 26 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1959-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2011 |
| Value | 1 Peso (1 CUP) |
| Currency | Cuban Peso (moneda nacional, 1914-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 26 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Thickness | 2.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 2011 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#50585 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Shape of sunburst on background, map of Central, South America and Caribe. Event name on top, curved legend "AMERICA" from bottom to right. Date on left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Bicentenario
del inicio
de la gesta de
Independencia
2011
AMÉRICA
Translation:
Bicentenary
of starting
of the Independence
quest
2011
America
Edge
Plain
Comment
Many Latin-American countries started their Independence movements on 1st. quarter of 17th. CenturyInteresting fact
The 1 Peso (Independence) 2011 coin from Cuba has an interesting design feature. On the obverse side of the coin, there is an image of a woman representing the allegory of independence, with a raised arm holding a torch and a laurel wreath. The woman is depicted with a strong and confident expression, symbolizing the country's struggle for independence and its commitment to freedom. This design element adds a unique touch to the coin and sets it apart from other coins.
