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5 Pesos La Fuerza - Havana
1984 year| Silver (.999) | 12 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1959-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1984 |
| 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 | 1984 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#66477 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Image of castle "La Fuerza" at Havana, event name as curved legend on top, place name as curved legend on bottom, date above image.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CASTILLOS DE CUBA
1984
LA FUERZA - LA HABANA
Translation:
Cuban Castles
1984
La Fuerza - Havana
Designer: Jorge Fornés Ramos
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
"La Fuerza" castle, which complete name is Castillo de la Real Fuerza (Castle of the Royalk Strenght) is a military building, placed Plaza de Armas (Weapon's Square), in the historical downtown at Havana.On the tower is placed "La Giraldilla", is a weather vane, showing a female figure, with a palm on right hand (currently only the branch, top part got lost), and a Calatrava cross on left hand.
Tradition says it represents to Elizabeth of Bobadilla, wife Hernando de Soto, who was named Governor of Cuba on March 20th., 1937. On May 12th, 1539, de Soto departed commanding a fleet of 9 vessels, and delegated the title on his wife. She spent many hours every day watching from the highest point of the castle searching for the vessel that carried her husband back. He never returned, as died on Mississippi shore on Jun 30th., 1540, but Elizabeth kept waiting for him.
Martín Pinzón got inspired by the story, and created this statue. Later, the Governor Juan de Bitrián y Viamontes, ordered to make it on bronze and place on top of the main tower, about 1630/1634.
Images of the Castle
"La Giraldilla"
(pictures source: taken by adanieluy on 2016)
Interesting fact
The 5 Pesos (La Fuerza - Havana) 1984 coin from Cuba is interesting because it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of a woman representing the allegory of "La Fuerza" (The Force), which is a symbol of the country's revolutionary spirit and strength. The reverse side features an image of the Havana city skyline, highlighting the city's iconic landmarks and architecture. The coin's design is a nod to Cuba's rich cultural heritage and its commitment to preserving its history and traditions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pesos (La Fuerza - Havana) 1984 coin.
