1000 Córdobas (Revolution) 1980 front 1000 Córdobas (Revolution) 1980 back
1000 Córdobas (Revolution) 1980 photo
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1000 Córdobas Revolution

1980 year
Gold (.900) 20 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Nicaragua
Issuing bank
Central Bank of Nicaragua (Banco Central de Nicaragua)
Period
Republic (1854-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1980
Value
1000 Córdobas
Currency
First Córdoba (1912-1987)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
20 g
Diameter
30 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
15 February 1988
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#75698
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Busts of Augusto C. Sandino and Carlos Fonseca, value and mint at base, names at top and pure gold weight at bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
A. C. SANDINO·CARLOS FONSECA
1000 CORDOBAS
Mo
18 GMS.ORO FINO

Translation: 18 Grams of Pure Gold

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1000 Córdobas (Revolution) 1980 coin from Nicaragua made of Gold (.900) weighing 20 g is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number of coins minted. It's interesting to note that the coin's design features the iconic Sandinista revolutionary, Augusto César Sandino, on its obverse side, while the reverse side showcases the country's national emblem. The coin's gold content and unique design make it a sought-after piece among numismatists and collectors of Nicaraguan history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1980 Mo 6000 - - - - - -

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