5 Pesos J. Marti and F. Castro; Trial strike
1989 year| Silver (.999) | 16 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1959-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1989 |
| Value | 5 Pesos (5 CUP) |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#295239 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Marti head 3/4 right on left,
Castro head 3/4 left, on right.
Cuban flag between them, above,
flying dove between figures.
Below figures shape of the south shore of Cuba, and lower part and sides with wavy lines, symbolizing the Caribbean Sea.
Legend 5 lines growing from center to lower edge. Issue year below Castro's head, mintmark inside last "O" in legend.
Design is the same as on KM#242 (see link below).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
30
ANIV.
DEL TRIUNFO
1989
DE LA
REVOLUCION
Translation:
30th.
Anniversary
of the
Success
of the 1989
Revolution
Engraver: Belisario Álvarez Collado
Designer: Elena Delgado Álvarez
Edge
Plain
Comment
NOTE: This coin was a not accepted trial strike. Only 1 coin minted.The reverse design is very elaborated, with several symbols, showing José Martí, main leader of the Independence war, on 2nd. half of 19th. century, and Fidel Castro, leader of the revolution against Batista.
The flying dove on center symbolizes freedom and peace. and shape of south shore reminds the places where revolutionaries reached the island.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Pesos (J. Marti and F. Castro; Trial strike) 1989 from Cuba made of Silver (.999) weighing 16 g is that it features a unique design that was never officially released into circulation. The coin was minted as a trial strike, which means it was produced in small quantities for testing purposes, and it features a distinctive combination of portraits of Jose Marti and Fidel Castro on one side, and a sugar cane and a star on the other. This coin is highly sought after by collectors due to its rarity and historical significance, making it a valuable addition to any numismatic collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pesos (J. Marti and F. Castro; Trial strike) 1989 coin.
