This 1981 Colombia 10 Pesos coin, composed of durable nickel brass, showcases a striking tribute to José Maria Córdoba on the obverse and a detailed map of the San Andrés and Providencia Islands on the reverse. With a diameter of 28mm and a rich historical context, this coin is a must-have for collectors and investors looking to enhance their portfolio with unique Latin American currency.
- Issuer: Colombia
- Year: 1981
- Face Value: 10 Pesos
- Composition: Nickel brass (65% Copper, 20% Zinc, 15% Nickel)
- Size: 28mm diameter
- Obverse: A monument of José Maria Córdoba within an octagonal rim.
- Reverse: Map of the San Andrés and Providencia Islands, Colombian archipelago located about 700 km northwest of Colombia, in the Caribbean Sea, off Nicaragua. 13°20’N 81°22’O are the coordinates of Providencia Island. 81°40’O is the coral reef longitude, east of Saint Andrés.
- Catalogue Reference: KM# 270, Restrepo# 435, Hernández# 628-631
- Numista N#: 2435
- Numista NN#: 10698
