1 Peso Jorge Luis Borges
1999 year| Silver (.900) (Ag 90 Cu 10) | 25 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Argentina |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal Republic (1861-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1999 |
| Value | 1 Peso 1 ARS = USD 0.0010 |
| Currency | Peso convertible (1992-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) (Ag 90 Cu 10) |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#27796 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 70% |
Reverse
In the central area presents a labyrinth, in whose center a sundial is found. At the top, on the main image, the face value "1 PESOS", and in the exertion of the coin, the year of coinage "1999".
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1 PESO
1999
Interesting fact
The 1 Peso (Jorge Luis Borges) 1999 coin from Argentina features a unique design that incorporates a mirrored finish on one side, creating a reflective surface that gives the illusion of a infinite corridor. This design was inspired by Borges' short story "The Library of Babel," which explores the concept of infinity and the idea of a labyrinthine library that contains every possible book. The mirrored finish on the coin creates a visual representation of this idea, making it a truly distinctive and thought-provoking collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Peso (Jorge Luis Borges) 1999 coin.
