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10 Pesos Lighthouse of Alexandria
1997 year| Silver (.999) | 15 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1959-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 10 Pesos (10 CUP) |
| Currency | Cuban Peso (moneda nacional, 1914-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 15 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1997 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#284900 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Lighthouse of Alexandria, series name as curved legend on top, name below, mintmark and date on right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* MARAVILLAS DEL MUNDO ANTIGUO *
1997
* FARO DE ALEJANDRIA *
Translation:
Wonders of the antique world
1997
Lighthouse of Alexandria
Engraver: Ryneel Castellanos Cuesta
Designer: Elena Delgado Álvarez
Edge
Plain
Comment
The Lighthouse of Alexandria was a high tower built at Pharos island (hence the name of "faro" in Spanish for lighthouse) on 3rd. century BC, esteemed to be 100/110m. high. was heavily damaged on three earthquakes from 956 to 1323, it ruins stayed till 1480, when last stones were used to build a fortification in the same place.Interesting fact
The 10 Pesos (Lighthouse of Alexandria) 1997 coin from Cuba is a unique and interesting piece due to its design. The obverse side features the iconic Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, while the reverse side showcases the coat of arms of Cuba. This coin is made of .999 silver and weighs 15 grams, making it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pesos (Lighthouse of Alexandria) 1997 coin.
