10 Pesos Principe de Asturias ship
2008 year| Silver (.999) | 20 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1959-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 10 Pesos (10 CUP) |
| Currency | Cuban Peso (moneda nacional, 1914-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 20 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 2008 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#131410 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Principe de Asturias ship sailing right, date on left, Vessel's name on curved legend above.
(design is the same as KM# 901. See link below)
Lettering:
2008
PRINCIPE DE ASTURIAS
Translation:
2008
Prince of Asturias
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The ship Principe de Asturias was a Spanish fleet line vessel, built at La Habana (Havana) shipyard, that at that time still was a Spanish colony. Was a "Santa Ana" class, with 3 decks, 3 masts with square sails, and 112 cannons., named after the first son of Charles IV of Spain.Santa Ana class was a project from which were constructed a series of 8 ships, 3 at Ferrol, Spain and 5 at Havana:
Santa Ana (Saint Anne), Ferrol, 1784, which gave name to the series;
Mejicano (Mexican) and Conde de Regia (Count of Regia), Havana, both 1786;
Salvador del Mundo (savior of the World), Ferrol, and Real Carlos (Royal Charles), Havana, both 1787;
San Hermenegildo (Saint Hermenegildo), Havana, 1789;
Reina Luisa (Queen Louise), Ferrol, 1791;
and Príncipe de Asturias (Prince of Asturias), Havana, 1794.
Interesting fact
The 10 Pesos (Principe de Asturias ship) 2008 coin from Cuba is a unique and interesting piece due to its design. The coin features a colorful depiction of the Principe de Asturias ship, a Spanish naval vessel that was launched in 1794 and played a significant role in various naval battles throughout history. The ship is depicted in great detail, with its sails unfurled and cannons visible on the deck. The coin's design also includes the Cuban coat of arms and the inscription "10 Pesos" in bold lettering. This coin is a great collector's item for anyone interested in naval history or unique coin designs.
