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5 Pesos Uruguayos Ñandu
| Brass plated steel | 6 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Uruguay |
|---|---|
| Period | Oriental Republic of Uruguay (1825-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2011-2019 |
| Value | 5 Pesos Uruguayos 5 UYU = USD 0.12 |
| Currency | Peso uruguayo (1993-date) |
| Composition | Brass plated steel |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#22259 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Rhea Americana (Ñandu) to left, face value on left side, animal name below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
$5
ÑANDU
Translation:
$5
Rhea
Engraver: Robert Evans
Edge
Plain
Comment
The ñandu (Rhea Americana) is the biggest bird of South America, similar but smaller to australian ostrich. From 1978 is prohibited to hunt this species, and there is a very successful reproduction program to increase number of animals, and also to production of meat (very low on fat and cholesterol), feathers, and even crystralline lens and cornea for medical uses.This coin is part of the series dedicated to native fauna.
Ñandú (Rhea americana) - Photografy by Hermann Muñoz
Reserva del Cerro Pan de Azúcar, Maldonado (2004)
2011 issue was minted in Royal Mint
2014 issue was minted in Spain
2019 issue was minted in Kremnica
Interesting fact
The 5 Pesos Uruguayos coin features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. On one side, the coin features an image of a ñandú, a native bird of Uruguay, while the other side features the coat of arms of Uruguay. The coin's design was created by the Uruguayan artist, José Luis Zorrilla de San Martín, and it has been a popular design among coin collectors since its introduction in 2011.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2014 | 35000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2019 | 55000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pesos Uruguayos (Ñandu) 2011-2019 coin.
