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1 Peso World Fisheries Conference
1983 year| Copper-nickel | 11.3 g | 29.9 mm |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1959-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1983 |
| Value | 1 Peso (1 CUP) |
| Currency | Cuban Peso (moneda nacional, 1914-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 11.3 g |
| Diameter | 29.9 mm |
| Thickness | 2.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1983 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#52271 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 54% |
Reverse
Event name as circular legend on top, lobster and a symbol of fishing (see comments), mintmark and issue date on upper right. Kind of fishing below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONFERENCIA MUNDIAL DE LA PESCA
1983
CRUSTACEOS
Translation:
World Conference on Fishing
1983
Crustaceans
Designer: E. Cepero
Edge
Plain
Comment
Cuba is on 4th. place on world production of lobsters.The circular symbol below the lobster image represents fishing, a circle, with wavy lines in it, representing a river, and the shape of a fish within.
Cuba has a great industry on fishing, including sea captures of lobsters, tuna and shrimp. Also has facilities to grow fishes and other water productions.
Source: granma.cu, ecured.cu.
Interesting fact
The 1983 Cuba 1 Peso coin made of Copper-nickel is interesting because it features a unique design that represents the country's commitment to marine conservation. The coin's reverse side depicts a stylized image of a fish, surrounded by waves and seaweed, symbolizing the importance of protecting marine life and resources. This design was specifically created for the World Fisheries Conference, which was held in Cuba in 1983, and the coin was minted to commemorate the event. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists and those interested in marine conservation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Peso (World Fisheries Conference) 1983 coin.
