2nd Republic (1962-?) Coin List
Cuba's Second Republic, which began in 1962 after the Cuban Revolution, marked a period of significant changes in the country's history, including its monetary system. The coins of this era reflect Cuba's political and economic transformation under the new regime.
Changes in the monetary system
After the revolution, Cuba implemented a new monetary system that replaced the previous one pegged to the U.S. dollar. In 1962, the Cuban convertible peso (CUC) was introduced alongside the regular Cuban peso (CUP). The new coins featured designs celebrating revolutionary ideals, with images of national heroes such as José Martí and symbols of the revolution. Denominations of 1, 2, 5, 5, 20 and 40 centavos were minted, as well as 1 and 3 pesos, using materials such as nickel and cupronickel.
Economic and numismatic impact
The dual currency system had a profound impact on the Cuban economy and on the daily life of its citizens. From a numismatic perspective, coins from this period are of great interest to collectors due to their historical significance and relative rarity. Some commemorative issues, such as Revolution anniversary coins or those honoring historical figures, are particularly sought after. The mintage quality and unique designs of these coins offer a fascinating window into Cuban history, reflecting the ideology and aspirations of the new revolutionary government.
The most valuable and popular coins
The most valuable 2nd Republic (1962-?) coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins list has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
Old coins of Cuba
To facilitate their classification, we have decided to organise the coins according to their historical period, you can consult the coins by historical numismatic categories of Cuba.
1st Republic 1902-1962 2nd Republic 1962-?Coin Catalog
Cuba | 20 centavos
Cuba | 40 centavos
Cuba | 1 centavo
Cuba | 1 centavo
Cuba | 1 centavo
Cuba | 5 centavos
Cuba | 20 centavos
Cuba | 20 centavos
Cuba | 1 peso (Cuban Flora - Butterfly)
Cuba | 1 peso (Cuban Flora - Orange Blossom)
Cuba | 1 peso (Cuban Flora - Orchid)
Cuba | 1 peso (Cuban Fauna - Crocodile)
Cuba | 1 peso (Cuban Fauna - Hummingbird)
Cuba | 1 peso (Cuban Fauna - Zunzún)
Cuba | 1 peso (XII World Soccer Championship-Spain 82)
Cuba | 1 peso (World Food Day - Sugar)
Cuba | 1 peso (XIV Central American and Caribbean Games)
Cuba | 1 peso (XIV Central American and Caribbean Games)
Cuba | 1 peso (XIV Central American and Caribbean Games)
Cuba | 1 peso (Cuban Fauna-Tocororo)
Cuba | 1 peso (Cuban Fauna-Almiqui)
Cuba | 1 peso (Cuban Fauna-Manjuari)
Cuba | 1 peso (Discovery of America-Nave Niña)
Cuba | 1 peso (Discovery of America-Nave Pinta)
Cuba | 1 peso (Discovery of America-Nave Santa Maria)
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