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5 Pesos International Year of the Forest
1985 year| Silver (.999) | 12 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1959-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1985 |
| Value | 5 Pesos (5 CUP) |
| Currency | Cuban Peso (moneda nacional, 1914-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1985 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#78665 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Group of trees, including a Royal Palm, two people protected under one of them. Circular legend on edge, event name on bottom, motto on top, date on left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EL BOSQUE ES VIDA, CUIDALO •
• 1985 AÑO INTERNACIONAL DEL BOSQUE • F A O
Translation:
The forest is life, take good care of it.
1985 International Forest Year F A O
Designer: Jorge Fornés Ramos
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Cuba had a very rich forest, with a huge variety of species, some only found at the island. Unfortunately, the uncontrolled cutting of trees led to be significantly diminished.Government politics turned to protect and reforest using local species, under the motto "Planta uno, protege otro" (Plant one, protect other).
The coin shows a group of stylized trees, possibly Flamboyan tree, that can be found only in the island, one Royal Palm, national tree of Cuba, present in Cuban coat of arms, and a man and woman protected under one of them.
Flamboyan tree located at Cienfuegos city.
Royal Palm, national tree of Cuba, showing its characteristic central bud.
Interesting fact
The 5 Pesos (International Year of the Forest) 1985 coin from Cuba made of Silver (.999) weighing 12 g is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number of coins minted. It's interesting to note that the coin's design features a beautiful representation of a forest, complete with trees, animals, and a river, highlighting the importance of conservation and sustainability. Additionally, the coin's silver content and unique design make it a sought-after collectible among numismatists and coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 4500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pesos (International Year of the Forest) 1985 coin.
