10 Pesos (Sesquicentennial of Revolution Against Spain) 1961 front 10 Pesos (Sesquicentennial of Revolution Against Spain) 1961 back
10 Pesos (Sesquicentennial of Revolution Against Spain) 1961 photo
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10 Pesos Sesquicentennial of Revolution Against Spain

1961 year
Silver (.900) 12.5 g 33 mm
Description
Issuer
Uruguay
Period
Oriental Republic of Uruguay (1825-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1961
Value
10 Pesos (10&nbspUYP)
Currency
Peso (1863-1975)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
12.5 g
Diameter
33 mm
Thickness
1.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
1 July 1975
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#4362
Rarity index
15%

Reverse

Value within wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SESQUICENTENARIO·DE·LOS·HECHOS·HISTORICOS·DE·1811
10
PESOS

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Uruguay's revolution against Spain, which took place in 1811. The coin's design features an image of Jose Artigas, a national hero who played a key role in the country's struggle for independence. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1961  3000000 - - - - - -

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