1 Peso Sea ambulance "Buenaventura"
2000 year| Copper-nickel | 26.2 g | 37.9 mm |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Central Bank of Cuba (Banco Central de Cuba) |
| Period | Second Republic (1959-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2000 |
| Value | 1 Peso (1 CUP) |
| Currency | Cuban Peso (moneda nacional, 1914-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 26.2 g |
| Diameter | 37.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 2000 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#39757 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 72% |
Reverse
Sea ambulance "Buenaventura" at centre, series name on top, vessel name below, issue year and mintmark to right of image.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RELIQUIAS DE LA NAVEGACION
2000
AMBULANCIA MARITIMA
"BUENAVENTURA"
Translation:
Navigation Relics
2000
Sea ambulance
"Buenaventura"
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Peso (Sea ambulance "Buenaventura") 2000 coin from Cuba features a unique design that showcases the country's maritime history and its commitment to providing healthcare services to its citizens. The coin's design includes an image of a traditional Cuban sailboat, known as a "yola," which was used as a sea ambulance to transport patients to the mainland for medical treatment. This coin serves as a reminder of Cuba's rich cultural heritage and its dedication to providing access to healthcare for all its citizens, even in remote coastal areas.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Peso (Sea ambulance "Buenaventura") 2000 coin.
