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500 Pesos Santa Maria's Shipwreck
1990 year| Gold (.917) | 16.96 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Dominican Republic › Dominican Republic (1844-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Fourth Republic (1966-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1990 |
| Value | 500 Pesos 500 DOP = USD 8.31 |
| Currency | Peso oro (1937-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 16.96 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#196033 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Santa Maria and landing crew, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* V CENTENARIO DEL DESCUBRIMIENTO Y EVANGELIZACION DE AMERICA *
1990
NAUFRAGIO DE LA SANTA MARIA
Interesting fact
The 500 Pesos (Santa Maria's Shipwreck) coin from the Dominican Republic features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of the Santa Maria, a ship that was part of Christopher Columbus's fleet during his first voyage to the Americas in 1492. The shipwreck is believed to have occurred near the coast of the Dominican Republic, and the coin's design serves as a tribute to the country's maritime history. Additionally, the coin's reverse side features the coat of arms of the Dominican Republic, further highlighting the country's rich cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 1500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Pesos (Santa Maria's Shipwreck) 1990 coin.
