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5 Pesos (Alexander von Humboldt) 1989 photo
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5 Pesos Alexander von Humboldt

1989 year
Silver (.999) 16 g 38 mm
Description
Issuer
Cuba
Period
Second Republic (1959-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1989
Value
5 Pesos (5&nbspCUP)
Currency
Cuban Peso (moneda nacional, 1914-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
16 g
Diameter
38 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1989
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#292390
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Portrait of Alejandro de Humboldt, two condors on branch, figure name as curved legend on top to right, life years close to it, issue date on bottom.

Design is the same as on KM# 383 (see link below).

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ALEJANDRO DE HUMBOLDT
1769 • 1989
1989

Translation:
Alexander von Humboldt
1969 - 1989
1989

Engraver: Luis Álvarez

Designer: Virginia Acebo Toledo

Edge

Plain

Comment

Alexander von Humboldt, born at Germany, was pioneer of the scientific expeditions common on modern era, with his trip throughout America, basic for his important book at the times.

Interesting fact

The 5 Pesos (Alexander von Humboldt) 1989 coin from Cuba is a unique piece that features a portrait of Alexander von Humboldt, a German naturalist and explorer who played a significant role in the development of Cuba's economy and culture. This coin is made of .999 silver and weighs 16 grams, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1989  2000 - - - - - -

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