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Obverse © ARG Collectibles
5 Pesos Moscow '80 Olympics
1980 year| Silver (.999) | 12 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1959-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1980 |
| 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 | 1980 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#41212 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Stick figures playing different sports, in square frames, date and mintmark below center, place on bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
XXII OLIMPIADA MUNDIAL
1980
MOSCU • 80
Translation:
22nd. World Olympics Games
1980
Moscow '80
Edge
Reeded
Comment
With this series, Cuban minthouse started sports-related coins. Cuba earned twenty six medals at Moscow.Templates used for the dies were produced at Spain.
Interesting fact
The 1980 Cuba Moscow Olympics 5 Pesos silver coin features a unique design that showcases the island nation's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the iconic Cuban revolutionary leader, Che Guevara, in a running pose, symbolizing the country's commitment to athletic excellence and revolutionary spirit. The reverse side features the Olympic rings and the year 1980, commemorating Cuba's participation in the Moscow Olympics. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, not only for its silver content but also for its historical and cultural significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pesos (Moscow '80 Olympics) 1980 coin.
