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5 Pesos Santa Maria
1981 year| Silver (.999) | 12 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1959-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1981 |
| Value | 5 Pesos (5 CUP) |
| Currency | Cuban Peso (moneda nacional, 1914-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 2.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1981 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#20266 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Christopher Columbus' vessel named "Santa Maria", date and mintmark upper right, name of ship below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DESCUBRIMIENTO DE AMERICA
1981
SANTA MARIA
Translation:
Discovery of America
1981
Santa María (vessel name= "Saint Mary")
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Christopher Columbus discovered America on October 12th., 1492, and also discovered Cuba on same trip.Santa María (full name Santa María de la Inmaculada Concepción= Holy Mary of the Immaculate Conception) was the leader vessel, as Columbus traveled on it. Usually is mentioned "the 3 Columbus' Caravels", but in fact Santa Maria was not a caravel, but a carrack; a vessel with similar characteristics to caravels, but owing to his dimensions, and structure, is a different class.
When returning on first trip, Santa María got stuck, and could not be released, all tripulants survived, and the contents could be took of the ship. At last they disassembled the ship, and with the woods, they constructed a fort named Christmas, as the shipwreck occurred December 25th. 1492. Columbus returned to Spain on board of Niña.
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Templates used for dies were produced at Spain.
Interesting fact
The 5 Pesos (Santa Maria) 1981 coin from Cuba is interesting because it features a unique design, showcasing a stunning image of the Santa Maria, a famous ship that played a significant role in the discovery of the New World by Christopher Columbus in 1492. The coin's design is a nod to the rich history and cultural heritage of Cuba, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pesos (Santa Maria) 1981 coin.
