4500 Guaraníes (Albert Einstein) 1974 front 4500 Guaraníes (Albert Einstein) 1974 back
4500 Guaraníes (Albert Einstein) 1974 photo
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4500 Guaraníes Albert Einstein

1974 year
Gold (.900) 31.90 g 41 mm
Description
Issuer
Paraguay
Issuing bank
Central Bank of Paraguay (Banco Central del Paraguay)
Period
Republic (1811-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1974
Value
4500 Guaraníes 4500 PYG = USD 0.57
Currency
Guarani (1944-date)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
31.90 g
Diameter
41 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#170673
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of Albert Einstein left

Script: Latin

Lettering: · ALBERT EINSTEIN ·

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Albert Einstein (14 March 1879 – 18 April 1955) was a German-born theoretical physicist who developed the theory of relativity, one of the two pillars of modern physics. His work is also known for its influence on the philosophy of science. He is best known to the general public for his mass–energy equivalence formula E = mc2, which has been dubbed "the world's most famous equation". He received the 1921 Nobel Prize in Physics "for his services to theoretical physics, and especially for his discovery of the law of the photoelectric effect", a pivotal step in the development of quantum theory.

Interesting fact

The 4500 Guaraníes Albert Einstein coin from Paraguay is a unique and interesting coin, as it features the famous physicist's name and image in a country where he had no direct connection. It was issued in 1974, a year after Einstein's death, and its design was likely meant to commemorate his contributions to science and humanity. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of gold (.900) and weighs 31.90 grams. This makes it a valuable and collectible item, not only for its historical significance but also for its precious metal content. Additionally, its non-circulating status and limited mintage may contribute to its rarity and value among coin collectors.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1974  1500 - - - - - -

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