© Monedas de la República Oriental del Uruguay
© Monedas de la República Oriental del Uruguay
1000 Pesos Uruguayos PIT-CNT
2016 year| Silver (.900) | 12.5 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Uruguay |
|---|---|
| Period | Oriental Republic of Uruguay (1825-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| 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 | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 21 June 2019 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#170850 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Image of young José "Pepe" D'Elia facing 3/4 right, with name on right, on left, inscription with commemorated event, rotated 90º counterclockwise, face value on excergue
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CINCUENTENARIO
DEL CONGRESO DE
UNIFICACIÓN SINDICAL
28 SETIEMBRE - 1º OCTUBRE - 1966
JOSÉ "PEPE" D'ELIA
$1.000
Translation:
50th. Anniversary
of the Congress of
Syndical Unification
September 28th. - October 1st. - 1966
José "Pepe" D'Elia
$ 1.000
Edge
Plain
Comment
PIT-CNT is the union of the main syndicalist organizations in Uruguay. On 09/28-10/01/1966, a congress was held to group most syndicates, creating CNT (Convención Nacional de Trabajadores= National Workers' Convention). Later, on 1984, is created PIT (Plenario Intersindical de Trabajadores=Intersindical Plenary of Workers), forming PIT-CNT organization.Born on 1916, José D'Elia (aka "Pepe") was a very active syndicalist, working on commerce sector, was member of FUECI, that grouped commerce and industry syndicates, and was founder of the UGT (Unión General de Trabajadores=General Workers' Union) on 1942, where was elected General Prosecretary.
On 1945 was founder of the World Syndicalist Federation, as delegate from Uruguay.
Was president of CNT, and Secretary of PIT-CNT, after his resign to that position, was named Honorary President.
Interesting fact
The 1000 Pesos Uruguayos (PIT-CNT) 2016 coin from Uruguay is unique because it features a rare and intricate design, showcasing the country's rich history and culture. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of José Gervasio Artigas, a national hero who played a significant role in Uruguay's struggle for independence. The reverse side features a stunning image of a gaucho, a traditional Uruguayan cowboy, riding a horse and carrying a lasso. The coin's design is not only visually striking but also symbolizes the country's strong agricultural heritage and its commitment to preserving its cultural traditions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 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 (PIT-CNT) 2016 coin.
