20 Nuevos Pesos (World Fisheries Conference) 1984 front 20 Nuevos Pesos (World Fisheries Conference) 1984 back
20 Nuevos Pesos (World Fisheries Conference) 1984 photo
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20 Nuevos Pesos World Fisheries Conference

1984 year
Copper-nickel 11.7 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Uruguay
Period
Oriental Republic of Uruguay (1825-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1984
Value
20 Nuevos Pesos (20&nbspUYN)
Currency
Nuevo peso (1975-1993)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
11.7 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1984
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#42979
Rarity index
63%

Reverse

Hake with stylized water background.
Hake (Merluccius hubbsi) is the most important specie for Argentina and Uruguay fisheries.
This coin was minted to adhere to FAO Numismatic Program. Is part of the World Fisheries Conference set.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CONFERENCIA MUNDIAL DE FAO 1983-84 SOBRE PESCA

Engraver: Stuart Devlin

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 20 Nuevos Pesos coin from Uruguay, issued in 1984 to commemorate the World Fisheries Conference, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich marine life. The coin's reverse side depicts a variety of fish species, including the famous Uruguayan sea bass, as well as other marine animals such as dolphins and seals. This design was created by the Uruguayan artist, Carlos Garcia, who is known for his work in numismatics and has designed several other coins for the Central Bank of Uruguay.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1984  3775 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Nuevos Pesos (World Fisheries Conference) 1984 coin.