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1500 Guaraníes Teotihucana Culture Sculpture
1973 year| Gold (.900) | 10.70 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Paraguay |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Central Bank of Paraguay (Banco Central del Paraguay) |
| Period | Republic (1811-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1973 |
| Value | 1500 Guaraníes 1500 PYG = USD 0.19 |
| Currency | Guarani (1944-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 10.70 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#169985 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Teotihucana Culture Sculpture
Script: Latin
Lettering: MUJER SENTADA CULTURA TEOTIHUACANA
Translation: A woman sitting Teotihucana Culture
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Teotihuacan ("The City of the Gods" in Nahuatl) originated toward the end of the Preclassic period, c. 100 CE. Very little is known about its founders, but it is believed that the Otomí had an important role in the city's development, as they did in the ancient culture of the Valley of Mexico, represented by Tlatilco. Teotihuacan initially competed with Cuicuilco for hegemony in the area. In this political and economic battle, Teotihuacan was aided by its control of the obsidian deposits in the Navaja mountains in Hidalgo. The decline of Cuicuilco is still a mystery, but it is known that a large part of the former inhabitants resettled in Teotihuacan some years before the eruption of Xitle, which covered the southern town in lava.Once free of competition in the area of the Lake of Mexico, Teotihuacan experienced an expansion phase that made it one of the largest cities of its time, not just in Mesoamerica but in the entire world. During this period of growth, it attracted the vast majority of those then living in the Valley of Mexico.
Interesting fact
The 1500 Guaraníes coin from Paraguay features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features a sculpture from the Teotihucana culture, which was a pre-Columbian civilization that flourished in the region now known as Paraguay. The sculpture depicts a figure with a serene expression, seated cross-legged with hands on knees, surrounded by intricate patterns and symbols. This design not only highlights the country's cultural history but also adds to the coin's aesthetic appeal, making it a sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | 1500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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