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© Dario Silva Collection (CC BY-NC)
10 Pesos Uruguayos Puma
| Bimetallic: brass plated steel centre in nickel plated steel ring | 10.5 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Uruguay |
|---|---|
| Period | Oriental Republic of Uruguay (1825-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2011-2015 |
| Value | 10 Pesos Uruguayos 10 UYU = USD 0.24 |
| Currency | Peso uruguayo (1993-date) |
| Composition | Bimetallic: brass plated steel centre in nickel plated steel ring |
| Weight | 10.5 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 2.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#22257 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Cougar (Puma concolor) walking left in front of rising sun, with 19 rays, face value below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: $10
Engraver: Robert Evans
Edge
Plain
Comment
The sun on reverse has 19 rays, for the 19 departments of the country. The Cougar is one of local species, on extintion risk.This design is similar to that used on 10 Centésimos 1930 and 1936, and 1 Peso 1942.
The coin is classified as bimetallic, but in fact is 2-piece with brass-plated steel center and nickel plated steel ring.
All 3 issues 2011, 2014 and 2015 were minted in Royal Mint
MINTING ERROR:
On 2011 and 2014 issues were detected a minting error (not catalogued - known as "León Ciego" = Blind Lion), where face of cougar has no eyes nor nose, also many sun rays have a depressing near edge of coin. This is not caused by wearing, as was detected on uncirculated coins, taken directly from Banco Central, and is not a low pressure or thin planchet problem, since the details on obverse are complete. Is mostly considered a die defect.
(pictures source: adanieluy)
Here the coin from 2014 with nose and eyes:
(image source: sjoelund)
Interesting fact
The 10 Pesos Uruguayos (Puma) coin from Uruguay, issued between 2011 and 2015, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a puma, which is a symbol of strength and courage in Uruguayan culture. The puma is depicted in a standing position, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves, which represents victory and achievement. The coin's design also includes the inscription "10 Pesos" and the year of issue, adding to its unique and collectible nature.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 20000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2014 | 50000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2015 | 40000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pesos Uruguayos (Puma) 2011-2015 coin.
