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1 Sol Andean Condor
2017 year| Nickel brass | 7.32 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1822-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 2017 |
| Value | 1 Sol 1 PEN = USD 0.27 |
| Currency | Nuevo sol (1991-2015) / Sol (2016-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 7.32 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.00 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#130685 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
Andean condor in flight.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONDOR
ANDINO
LIMA
Vultur gryphus
1 SOL
Engraver: Eduardo Paredes M
Designer: Eduardo Paredes M.
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Andean condor (Vultur gryphus) derives from the Quechua word "kuntur" and is the largest flying bird in the world. Distributed in the Andes of all South America, in Peru inhabits mountainous areas up to 5 000 meters above sea level and near coastal areas where there are abundant sea breezes and strong thermal air currents that allow you to plan given its great weight (up to 15 kg) and wingspan (up to 3 m). This magnificent species can live more than 70 years, reaches its maturity reproductive at 6 years and can have a baby every two years. For your habits scavengers, the Andean condor plays an important role as a cleaner of the ecosystems It is threatened by hunting, illegal capture and poisoning, motivated by beliefs and rituals. It is included in Appendix I of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora.Interesting fact
The Andean Condor coin from Peru features an image of the Andean Condor, a large South American bird, on its obverse side. The Andean Condor is known for its impressive wingspan, which can reach up to 10 feet (3 meters) in length, making it one of the largest birds in the world.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 LIMA | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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