10 Córdobas (Sea Turtle) 2016 front 10 Córdobas (Sea Turtle) 2016 back
10 Córdobas (Sea Turtle) 2016 photo

10 Córdobas Sea Turtle

2016 year
Silver (.999) 31.1 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Nicaragua
Period
Republic (1854-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2016
Value
10 Córdobas 10 NIO = USD 0.27
Currency
Third Córdoba "Oro" (1991-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
31.1 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#133637
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Sea turtle swimming under water

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TORTUGA MARINA PASLAMA
1 ONZA
PLATA PURA
10 CORDOBAS

Translation:
Paslama Sea Turtle
1 Ounce
Pure Silver

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The Paslama Sea Turtle is one of five tortoises indigenous to Nicaraguan coasts.

Interesting fact

The 10 Córdobas (Sea Turtle) 2016 coin from Nicaragua is unique in that it features a Sea Turtle, which is an endangered species, on its obverse side. This highlights Nicaragua's commitment to raising awareness about the importance of conservation and protecting the country's rich biodiversity.