1 Peso Rhinecanthus aculeatus
2005 year| Copper-nickel | 12.9 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1959-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| Value | 1 Peso (1 CUP) |
| Currency | Cuban Peso (moneda nacional, 1914-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 12.9 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 2005 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#42747 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 69% |
Reverse
A Colorized Rhinecanthus Aculeatus fish (aka Picasso fish or Lagoon triggerfish) swimming left . Series name on curved legend on top, date and fish name below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Peces Tropicales
2005
Rhinecanthus aculeatus
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Peso (Rhinecanthus aculeatus) 2005 coin from Cuba features a unique design, showcasing a stylized image of a lionfish, a species native to the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. This coin is interesting because it draws attention to the importance of marine conservation, as lionfish are considered an invasive species in some parts of the Caribbean and can harm local ecosystems. The coin's design serves as a reminder of the need to protect and preserve the natural beauty and biodiversity of our planet.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Peso (Rhinecanthus aculeatus) 2005 coin.
