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5 Pesos Johann Sebastian Bach
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#136939 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Portrait of Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) and a sheet with notes. Event name as curved legend from left to top, date and Bach's name as curved legend on bottom.
(NOTE: Reverse design is the same as on KM# 120; see link below).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AÑO INTERNACIONAL DE LA MUSICA
PRELUDIO 1
• 1985 • JUAN SEBASTIAN BACH
Translation:
International Year of the Music
Prelude 1
1985 Johann Sebastian Bach
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
Cuba celebrates the International Year of Music, honoring J. S. Bach, German musician, who lived on 17th to 18th. centuries, considered as one of the most important composers of all times.Interesting fact
The 5 Pesos (Johann Sebastian Bach) 1985 coin from Cuba is a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation and was instead produced for collectors or special occasions. Despite its small denomination, the coin is made of silver (.999) and weighs 12 grams, making it a unique and valuable addition to any coin collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pesos (Johann Sebastian Bach) 1985 coin.
