25 Centésimos 1960 front 25 Centésimos 1960 back
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25 Centésimos

1960 year
Copper-nickel 3.0 g 17.9 mm
Description
Issuer
Uruguay
Issuing bank
Bank of Oriental Republic of Uruguay (Banco de la República Oriental del Uruguay)
Period
Oriental Republic of Uruguay (1825-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1960
Value
25 Centésimos (0.25&nbspUYP)
Currency
Peso (1863-1975)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
3.0 g
Diameter
17.9 mm
Thickness
1.64 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#5287
Rarity index
8%

Reverse

Coat of Arms with denomination below.
Surrounded by 19 stars with beaded rim.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
25
CENTÉSIMOS

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 25 Centésimos coin from Uruguay was designed by the country's famous artist, José Belloni, who was known for his sculptures and medals. He designed the coin's obverse side, which features the image of a horse, symbolizing freedom and strength. The reverse side of the coin features the coat of arms of Uruguay, which includes a shield with the Sun of May, a symbol of the country's independence. The coin's design was meant to represent the country's rich history and culture, and it has become a popular collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1960  48000000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Centésimos 1960 coin.