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100 Escudos Canary Islands
1989 year| Copper-nickel | 16.5 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1989 |
| Value | 100 Escudos (100 PTE) |
| Currency | Escudo (1911-2001) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 16.5 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#5791 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Boat under sail, a square rigged caravel, in front of the Canary Islands. To the left, date of the Portuguese discovery and to the right date of the end of the dispute with Spain and retrocession of the Islands to the latter. Date of the coin below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1336 • ILHAS CANARIAS • 1479
S. MACHADO incm
1989
Engraver: R. de Sousa Machado
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 100 Escudos coin from the Canary Islands, issued in 1989, features a unique design that showcases the archipelago's rich cultural heritage. On one side, the coin depicts a traditional Canarian boat, known as a "palo de agua," which was used by local fishermen for centuries. On the other side, the coin features an image of the volcanic landscape of the Canary Islands, highlighting the region's natural beauty and geological significance. This coin is a great example of how numismatics can serve as a window into a region's history, culture, and natural environment.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 INCM | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Escudos (Canary Islands) 1989 coin.
