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10 Pesos Mississippi River Boat
1998 year| Silver (.999) | 15 g | 34.5 mm |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1959-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | 10 Pesos (10 CUP) |
| Currency | Cuban Peso (moneda nacional, 1914-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 15 g |
| Diameter | 34.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1998 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#135575 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Mississippi Steam Boat on river under full steam, with hills in background and date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BARCOS TIPICOS DE RIOS FAMOSOS
1998
MISSISSIPPI
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 10 Pesos (Mississippi River Boat) 1998 coin from Cuba is a unique piece of numismatic history. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the first steamboat to navigate the Mississippi River, which was invented by American engineer and entrepreneur, Robert Fulton. The coin's design features an image of the steamboat, "The Clermont," which was the first successful steam-powered vessel to travel upstream on the Mississippi River. This coin is a fascinating piece of history that not only showcases Cuba's rich cultural heritage but also highlights the important role that steamboats played in the development of the United States.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pesos (Mississippi River Boat) 1998 coin.
