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5 Nuevos Pesos José Artigas - Pattern ND
1975 year| Aluminium | 4.7 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Uruguay |
|---|---|
| Period | Oriental Republic of Uruguay (1825-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1975 |
| Value | 5 Nuevos Pesos (5 UYN) |
| Currency | Nuevo peso (1975-1993) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 4.7 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1975 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#105533 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
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
This coin was designed to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the birth of José Artigas, a national hero of Uruguay who played a key role in the country's independence movement. The coin features an image of Artigas on the obverse (front side) and the Uruguayan coat of arms on the reverse (back side). The coin was never officially released into circulation, but a small number of pattern coins were produced as trial strikes. As a result, this coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1975) | 50 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Nuevos Pesos (José Artigas - Pattern) ND (1975) coin.
