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10 Pesos La Fuerza
| Issuer | Cuba |
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| Year | 2007 |
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| Reference(s) | KM#894 |
| Obverse description | The Cuban national coat of arms is displayed prominently in the central field, featuring the traditional escutcheon with its characteristic key, royal palm, and fasces. A curved legend along the upper periphery reads 'REPUBLICA DE CUBA', while the face value '10 PESOS' appears in the lower portion of the field. The design follows the standard heraldic style used on Cuban coinage of the period. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse depicts a detailed representation of the Castillo de la Real Fuerza, commonly known as 'La Fuerza', one of the oldest surviving European fortifications in the Americas, located in Havana, Cuba. The fortress is rendered in fine relief, showcasing its characteristic moat, battlements, and watchtower. The series title 'Fortalezas de la Habana' appears as a legend, accompanied by the individual fortress name 'La Fuerza' and the date '2007'. The architectural rendering conveys the historic and strategic significance of this landmark in Cuban heritage. |
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| Edge | Reeded |
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