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10 Pesos Alexander von Humboldt
1989 year| Gold (.999) | 3.11 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1959-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1989 |
| Value | 10 Pesos (10 CUP) |
| Currency | Cuban Peso (moneda nacional, 1914-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 3.11 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1989 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#292391 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Portrait of Alejandro de Humboldt, two condors on branch, figure name as curved legend on top to right, life years close to it, issue date on bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ALEJANDRO DE HUMBOLDT
1769 • 1989
1989
Translation:
Alexander von Humboldt
1969 - 1989
1989
Engraver: Luis Álvarez
Designer: Virginia Acebo Toledo
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
Alexander von Humboldt, born at Germany, was pioneer of the scientific expeditions common on modern era, with his trip throughout America, basic for his important book at the times.Interesting fact
The 10 Pesos (Alexander von Humboldt) 1989 gold coin from Cuba has a unique feature - it has a mirror-like finish, which gives it a distinctive look and makes it stand out from other coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pesos (Alexander von Humboldt) 1989 coin.
