100 Escudos (Canary Islands, Silver) 1989 front 100 Escudos (Canary Islands, Silver) 1989 back
100 Escudos (Canary Islands, Silver) 1989 photo
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100 Escudos Canary Islands, Silver

1989 year
Silver (.925) 21 g 34 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
Period
Third Republic (1974-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1989
Value
100 Escudos (100&nbspPTE)
Currency
Escudo (1911-2001)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
21 g
Diameter
34 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#36993
Rarity index
51%

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:
ILHAS CANARIAS
1336-1479
1989

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 100 Escudos coin from the Canary Islands, Portugal, made of Silver (.925) and weighing 21g, features a unique design that showcases the rich history and culture of the region. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the famous Portuguese explorer, Christopher Columbus, who is credited with discovering the Americas. The coin was issued in 1989 to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Columbus's voyage to the New World. This coin is a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike, serving as a symbol of the rich cultural heritage of Portugal and the Canary Islands.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1989  23000 - - - - - -

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, Silver) 1989 coin.