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1000 Pesos Uruguayos La Cumparsita
2017 year| Silver (.900) | 12.5 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Uruguay |
|---|---|
| Period | Oriental Republic of Uruguay (1825-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 2017 |
| Value | 1000 Pesos Uruguayos (1000 UYU) |
| Currency | Peso uruguayo (1993-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 12.5 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 20 February 2019 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#162884 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Gerardo Matos Rodriguez on left, background resembling an old record (disc). On left curved legend, 2 lines with event name on outer, dates and place on inner. Data on disco label at center.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
• CENTENARIO DE LA CUMPARSITA •
1917 • Montevideo • 2017
Gerardo
Matos Rodríguez
La Cumparsita
Tango
Alonso-Minotto
79-A
Translation:
100th. anniversary of "La Cumparsita"
1917 Montevideo 2017
Gerardo
Matos Rodríguez
La Cumparsita
Tango
Alonso & Minotto
79-A
Edge
Reeded
Comment
"La Cumparsita" is a tango written by Gerardo Matos Rodriguez (music), later lyrics were added by Felipe Contursi and Enrique Pedro Maroni.Name comes as slang diminutive of "Comparsa" (as carnival groups are known), and is considered one of the most known and representative tango song.
It was first played without lyrics on 1917 at "La Giralda" bar. Currently the Museum of Tango is placed at the spot.
This song became really popular and known when Felipe Contursi added the lyrics.
NOTE: in spite this coin is silver, and has a small mintage, is commemorative circulating. The Central Bank of Uruguay released them to circulation, and then demonetized the coins.
Interesting fact
The 1000 Pesos Uruguayos (La Cumparsita) 2017 coin from Uruguay features a unique design that pays tribute to the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of "La Cumparsita," a famous tango song and dance that originated in Uruguay in the late 19th century. The reverse side of the coin features the coat of arms of Uruguay, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. This coin is a beautiful representation of Uruguay's history and culture, making it a valuable addition to any coin collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1000 Pesos Uruguayos (La Cumparsita) 2017 coin.
