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Sahara Coins

The monetary history of the Sahara is complex and closely linked to its colonial past and the political changes in the region. Throughout the 20th century and up to the present day, the Sahara has experienced various monetary systems, reflecting its turbulent history and the influences of foreign powers.

Currencies used in the Sahara

During the Spanish colonial period, Western Sahara used the Saharawi peseta, a variant of the Spanish peseta. After Spain's withdrawal in 1975, the region underwent a period of monetary transition. Currently, in the areas controlled by Morocco, the Moroccan dirham is used, while in the territories administered by the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR), the Sahrawi dinar has been proposed for use, although its circulation is limited.

Relevant numismatic milestones

An important milestone in Saharawi numismatics was the issuance of commemorative coins by the SADR in 1992, to commemorate the 17th anniversary of the founding of the republic. These coins, although not legal tender, are highly sought-after collector's items by numismatists interested in the history of the Sahara. In addition, the Saharawi peseta from the colonial period remains an object of interest to collectors, representing a unique chapter in the monetary history of Africa.

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📢 Sahara is a country that does not exist today. It is now part of the Morocco coins.

The most valuable coins

The most valuable Sahara coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:

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The valuation of these coins 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.

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Coin Catalog

1 peseta (Typical transportation)

FO#19285
Year: 2018
Weight: 2,94 g
Composition: Copper-nickel
Diameter: 20,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

2.000 pesetas (Tyrannosaurus Rex)

FO#14596
Year: 2013
Weight:
Composition: Bimetalica
Diameter: 33,00 mm
Edge: Ribbed

50 pesetas (Theropodo)

FO#14589
Year: 2013
Weight:
Composition: Nickel plated steel
Diameter: 31,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

25 pesetas (42nd Anniversary of the Proclamation of the Republic)

FO#19289
Year: 2018
Weight: 9,10 g
Composition: Copper
Diameter: 28,12 mm
Edge: Smooth

50 céntimos (Plesiosaurus)

FO#14600
Year: 2013
Weight:
Composition: Aluminium
Diameter: 23,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

10 pesetas (Apatosaurus)

FO#14593
Year: 2013
Weight:
Composition: Aluminium
Diameter: 27,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

200 pesetas (Abelisaurus)

FO#14597
Year: 2013
Weight:
Composition: Brass
Diameter: 26,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

500 pesetas (Triceratops)

FO#14590
Year: 2013
Weight:
Composition: Brass
Diameter: 40,00 mm
Edge: Plain with inscription

500 pesetas (Pope John Paul II and Juan Carlos I)

FO#20912
Year: 2010
Weight: 7,50 g
Composition: Bimetalica
Diameter: 26,00 mm
Edge: Segmented rifling

100 pesetas (Prehistoric animals)

FO#14594
Price: 13,50€
Year: 2013
Weight:
Composition: Copper plated steel
Diameter: 37,00 mm
Edge: Ribbed

25 pesetas (Styracosaurus)

FO#14598
Year: 2013
Weight:
Composition: Aluminium
Diameter: 29,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

1 peseta (Pterosaurus)

FO#14591
Year: 2013
Weight:
Composition: Aluminium
Diameter: 22,50 mm
Edge: Smooth

2 pesetas (Dimetrodon)

FO#14595
Year: 2013
Weight:
Composition: Aluminium
Diameter: 24,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

10 pesetas (Old boat)

FO#19288
Year: 2018
Weight: 7,60 g
Composition: Copper-nickel
Diameter: 25,10 mm
Edge: Smooth

5 pesetas (Plesiosaurus)

FO#14599
Year: 2013
Weight:
Composition: Aluminium
Diameter: 25,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

1.000 pesetas (Stegosaurus)

FO#14592
Year: 2013
Weight:
Composition: Bimetalica
Diameter: 29,00 mm
Edge: Ribbed

50 pesetas (Typical transportation)

FO#12125 KM#1
Year: 1990
Weight: 6,40 g
Composition: Copper-nickel
Diameter: 24,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

100 pesetas (Brontosaurus)

FO#9076 KM#13
Year: 1993
Weight: 12,85 g
Composition: Copper-nickel
Diameter: 33,50 mm
Edge: Smooth

1 peseta (Typical transportation)

FO#4987 KM#14
Price: 1,41€
Year: 1992
Weight: 2,94 g
Composition: Copper-nickel
Diameter: 17,80 mm
Edge: Smooth

2 pesetas (Typical transportation)

FO#4988 KM#15
Price: 1,81€
Year: 1992
Weight: 3,56 g
Composition: Copper-nickel
Diameter: 20,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

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