Katalog
| İhraççı | Cuba |
|---|---|
| Yıl | 2010 |
| Tür | Non-circulating coin |
| Değer | 1 Peso (1 CUP) |
| Para birimi | Cuban Peso (moneda nacional, 1914-date) |
| Bileşim | Silver (.999) |
| Ağırlık | 20 g |
| Çap | 38 mm |
| Kalınlık | |
| Şekil | Round |
| Teknik | Milled |
| Yönlendirme | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Gravürcü(ler) | Charles Edward Barber |
| Dolaşımda olduğu yıl | 2010 |
| Referans(lar) | KM#954b |
| Ön yüz açıklaması | Cuban coat of arms, name of the country above, face value below. (Design is the same as KM# 954 & KM# 954a; see links below) |
|---|---|
| Ön yüz yazısı | |
| Ön yüz lejandı |
REPUBLICA DE CUBA 1 PESO (Translation: Republic of Cuba 1 Peso) |
| Arka yüz açıklaması | Fidel Castro y Ernest Hemingway met. Event details on curved legend on top and straight 4-lines on bottom. Date on right. (Design is the same as KM# 954 & KM# 954a; see links below) |
| Arka yüz yazısı | |
| Arka yüz lejandı |
50 ANIVERSARIO 2010 Encuentro de Fidel Castro y Ernest Hemingway 1960-2010 (Translation: 50th. anniversary 2010 Meeting of Fidel Castro and Ernest Hemingway) |
| Kenar | |
| Darphane | |
| Basma adedi |
2010 - Proof - 5 000 |
| Numisquare Kimliği | 2719766390 |
| Ek bilgiler |
Historical Context: Issued in 2010, this Cuban 1 Peso commemorates the unique relationship between revolutionary leader Fidel Castro and iconic American author Ernest Hemingway, both profoundly associated with Cuba. While Raúl Castro was President, Fidel remained a monumental symbolic figure. This numismatic release reflects Cuba's strategic use of its rich cultural and historical narratives, projecting a multifaceted national identity beyond politics and appealing to international collectors.
Artistry: The coin's design, likely by the Casa de la Moneda de Cuba's artisans, employs a modern commemorative style with realistic portraiture. The obverse features the standard Cuban coat of arms. The reverse, the focal point, masterfully juxtaposes the distinct likenesses of Fidel Castro and Ernest Hemingway. This dual portrait serves as a compelling visual narrative, celebrating their shared island connection and highlighting the intersection of political and literary genius.
Technical/Grading: Struck in .999 fine silver (20 grams, 38 millimeters), this coin exhibits superior technical qualities. High-points for grading include the intricate details of the Cuban coat of arms on the obverse, especially the palm tree and Phrygian cap. On the reverse, the hair, facial features, and contours of both Castro and Hemingway's portraits should display full, sharp relief. A strong strike ensures crisp separation of design elements from fields, typically proof-like or brilliant uncirculated.