10 Pesos King Ferdinand; Trial strike
1990 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1959-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1990 |
| 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 | 1990 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#292457 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Portrait of King Ferdinand of Spain, figure name below, event and date on top and right, mintmark and issue to right of image. Double rope around, close to edge.
Design is the same as on KM# 263, with double rope near edge, instead of single (see link below).
Lettering:
★ V CENTENARIO ★
1990
FERNANDVS ★ 1492 ★ HISP • REX
Translation:
5th. Centenary
1990
Ferdinand 1492 Spanish King
Engraver: Belisario Álvarez Collado
Designer: Elena Delgado Álvarez
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
This coin is a trial strike for KM# 263, where the difference is the double rope near edge instead of single, as used on definitive issue.This series of coins is dedicated to the 4 main figures of the America's discovery; Christopher Columbus, discoverer of America; Ferdinand and Isabella, the Spanish king and queen; and Juan de la Cosa, who made the first map where it shows America.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 10 Pesos (King Ferdinand; Trial strike) 1990 from Cuba is a rare and unique coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It features King Ferdinand on one side and the Cuban coat of arms on the other. Due to its rarity and historical significance, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch a high price at auction.