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10 000 Córdobas Discovery of Nicaragua
1989 year| Silver (.999) | 20 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Nicaragua |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Central Bank of Nicaragua (Banco Central de Nicaragua) |
| Period | Republic (1854-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1989 |
| Value | 10 000 Córdobas (10 000 NIC) |
| Currency | Second Córdoba (1988-1990) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 20 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Thickness | 2.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 30 April 1991 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#39669 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
An anchored ship with a rowing boat approaching the shore, legend around and value below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CRISTOBAL COLON
10.000 CORDOBAS
DESCUBRIO NICARAGUA 1502
Translation:
Christopher Columbus
Nicaragua's Discovery 1502
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Mint: Compañía Filatélica Mundial de Panamá (World Philatelic Company of Panama)Interesting fact
The 10,000 Córdobas coin from Nicaragua, issued in 1989 to commemorate the discovery of Nicaragua, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The coin's obverse side features an image of the Spanish conquistador Gil González Dávila, who is credited with the discovery of Nicaragua in 1522. The reverse side features a map of Nicaragua, along with the coin's denomination and year of issue. The coin is made of .999 silver and weighs 20 grams, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 000 Córdobas (Discovery of Nicaragua) 1989 coin.
