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25 Centavos Countermarked ND
| Silver (.900) | - | - |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| King | Alfonso XII (1874-1885) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1872-1877 |
| Value | 25 Centavos (0.25) |
| Currency | Countermarked Coinage (Key, 1872-1877) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#109082 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Comment
Countermark on United States Liberty Seated Quarter KM# 78.Interesting fact
The 25 Centavos coin from Cuba, minted between 1872 and 1877, has an interesting feature. It was countermarked with a small "25" on the reverse side, indicating its value in Cuban pesos. This countermark was added to the coin to help distinguish it from other silver coins in circulation at the time. This coin is a unique piece of Cuban history and a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
