Silver 1953 Cuba 1 Peso José Martí Centennial Commemorative Coin

Up for sale is an authentic 1953 Cuban 1 Peso silver coin struck to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Cuban national hero, poet, and patriot José Martí (1853–1953). Struck at the United States Mint in Philadelphia, this large crown-sized silver coin is a classic piece of pre-Castro Cuban numismatic history.

• Obverse: Features a radiant sun rising over the sea with the iconic key of the Cuban coat of arms in the foreground. Surrounded by the legends "REPUBLICA DE CUBA" above and "PATRIA Y LIBERTAD" below, along with the denomination "1 PESO" and weight/fineness "26.7295 G. 900M."

• Reverse: Displays a detailed left-facing bust of José Martí accompanied by a five-pointed star. Encircled by the inscription "1853 • CENTENARIO DE MARTI • 1953".

• Condition: Offered in honest, uncleaned circulated condition (estimated Fine to Very Fine). The coin displays natural gray-brown age toning, expected smoothing on the high points of Martí's hair and coat, and scattered contact marks/dings on the cheek and fields consistent with circulation.

Coin Details & Specifications:

• Country: Cuba (First Republic)

• Year: 1953

• Denomination: 1 Peso

• Commemorative Subject: José Martí Birth Centennial (1853–1953)

• Mint: United States Mint, Philadelphia (No mintmark)

• Mintage: 1,000,000

• Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper (.900 Fineness)

• Total Weight: 26.7295 grams

• Diameter: 38.0 mm

• Edge: Reeded

• Certification: Uncertified (Raw)

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