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20 Pesos First Railroad in England
1988 year| Silver (.999) | 62.2 g | 45 mm |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1959-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1988 |
| Value | 20 Pesos (20 CUP) |
| Currency | Cuban Peso (moneda nacional, 1914-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 62.2 g |
| Diameter | 45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1988 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#167191 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Image of the first train of the world, serving inter-urban line Liverpool-Manchester, Event name, as curved legend on top and sides, mintmark and issue date on center, with line covered by service over train image, dates of anniversary below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
160 ANIV. DEL 1er FERROCARRIL DEL MUNDO
PLATA FINA 2 OZ. 0.999
1988
LIVERPOOL-
MANCHESTER
1830-1990
Translation:
160th. Anniversary of first railroad of the World
Pure Silver 2 ounces 0.999
1988
Liverpool -
Manchester
1830 - 1990
Designer: Jorge Fornés Ramos
Edge
Reeded
Comment
On 1830, 1st. operating line of public transportation by railways was open at England, covering the route Liverpool to Manchester. While some attempts were made before, this is considered the first successful operating line.Interesting fact
The 1988 Cuban 20 Pesos silver coin commemorating the First Railroad in England features a unique train design with a steam locomotive and passengers in period clothing.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Pesos (First Railroad in England) 1988 coin.
