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5 Nuevos Pesos José Artigas ND
1975 year| Aluminium bronze | 14.5 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Uruguay |
|---|---|
| Period | Oriental Republic of Uruguay (1825-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1975 |
| Value | 5 Nuevos Pesos (5 UYN) |
| Currency | Nuevo peso (1975-1993) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 14.5 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 July 1981 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#10143 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Stylized flag and spear; motto of the revolutionary movement
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERTAD O MUERTE
Translation: Freedom or death
Engraver: Carlos Alberto Saavedra
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 5 Nuevos Pesos (José Artigas) coin from Uruguay, minted in 1975, features a unique design that honors José Artigas, a national hero who played a significant role in Uruguay's struggle for independence. The coin's design includes an image of Artigas on horseback, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves, and the words "José Artigas" and "Libertad" (freedom) inscribed at the top and bottom of the coin, respectively. This coin was minted to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Artigas' death and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1975) So | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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