200 Pesetas - Juan Carlos I Alonso de Ercilla
1990 year| Silver (.925) | 3.37 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Juan Carlos I (1975-2014) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1990 |
| Value | 200 Pesetas (200 ESP) |
| Currency | Peseta (1868-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 3.37 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#101345 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 67% |
Reverse
Hand writing with pen on a book.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
🏵 QVINTO : CENTENARIO 🏵
M 🏵 200 : PTAS 🏵 500
Unabridged legend: 200 Pesetas
Translation: Fifth Centennary
Engraver: Manuel Martinez Tornero
Edge
Segmented reeding (BU)
Reeded (Proof)
Comment
Alonso de Ercilla y Zúñiga (7 August 1533 – 29 November 1594) was a Spanish soldier and poet, born in Madrid. While in Chile (1556–63) he fought against the Araucanians (Mapuche), and there he began the epic poem La Araucana, considered one of the greatest epics of the Spanish Golden Age. This heroic work in 37 cantos is divided into three parts, published in 1569, 1578, and 1589.
Interesting fact
The 200 Pesetas - Juan Carlos I (Alonso de Ercilla) 1990 coin from Spain features a unique design, showcasing the bust of King Juan Carlos I on the obverse side, while the reverse side depicts a scene from the epic poem "La Araucana" by Alonso de Ercilla, which tells the story of the Spanish conquest of Chile. This coin is not only a beautiful piece of art, but it also serves as a symbol of the rich history and cultural heritage of Spain.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 M | 26972 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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