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1 Peso
| Issuer | Cuba |
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| Year | 1898 |
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| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
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| Obverse description | The Cuban coat of arms occupies the central field, featuring the distinctive escutcheon with a royal palm, rising sun, and fasces, surmounted by the Phrygian cap atop a staff. The country name REPUBLICA DE CUBA arcs along the upper legend, while the denomination UN PESO appears along the lower legend. The silver fineness designation 900 FINO is inscribed on either side of the shield. The design is rendered in high relief with fine engraving characteristic of the work attributed to Philip Martiny. |
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| Reverse description | A allegorical female bust in left-facing profile, representing the Cuban Republic, is positioned prominently in the central field. The figure is depicted with flowing hair and classical drapery, conveying the ideals of liberty and nationhood. The patriotic motto PATRIA Y LIBERTAD curves along the upper legend, while the date 1898 appears in the exergue below the bust. Small decorative stars flank the date and motto, completing the design. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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