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10 Pesos Diego Velázquez
1991 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1959-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1991 |
| Value | 10 Pesos (10 CUP) |
| Currency | Cuban Peso (moneda nacional, 1914-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1991 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#294089 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Portrait of Diego Velazquez within wreath, name and date below, event on top, issue date and mintmark to left of image. Rope around, close to edge.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
★ V CENTENARIO ★
1991
DIEGO VELAZQUEZ ★ 1492
Translation:
5th. Centenary
1991
Diego Velázquez 1492
Engraver: Belisario Álvarez Collado
Designer: Carmen Menéndez Allende
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
Diego Velázquez (1465-1524), born at Cuellar, Spain, was part of 2nd. Columbus voyage, and was 1st. governor of Cuba (as Lieutenant governor), till his death. Was founder of several cities at La Española island (currently shared by Haiti and Dominican Republic), and at Cuba, including Baracoa, Bayamo, Santiago de Cuba, Trinidad, Camagüey, Sancti Spiritu, Havana and Remedios. The house of Diego Velázquez still exists at Santiago de cuba, and currently is a museum, containing Velazquez's articles and others from the same times.Interesting fact
The 10 Pesos (Diego Velázquez) 1991 coin from Cuba is a unique piece that features the portrait of Diego Velázquez, a renowned Spanish painter who lived in the 17th century. This coin is part of a series that honors famous artists and cultural figures from Cuba and around the world. The coin's design is intricately crafted, showcasing Velázquez's image in high relief, giving the impression that he is about to step out of the coin. The use of silver (.999) in the coin's minting process adds to its value and rarity, making it a sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pesos (Diego Velázquez) 1991 coin.
