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Equatorial Guinea 150 Pesetas 1970 'Centennial of the Capital Rome'
Up for sale is a bold, historical 1970 Equatorial Guinea 150 Pesetas Silver Proof Coin, masterfully struck to commemorate the Centennial of Rome as the Capital of Italy (1870–1970)
This specific listing features the Goddess Minerva (Athena) design variant. The coin is offered raw without its original protective capsule or certificate of authenticity (COA). Unlike many uncertified pieces from this ultra-pure silver release, this example features exceptionally clean surfaces with only very light, faint storage abrasions. Struck in .999 pure silver, it offers excellent eye appeal and serves as a premium addition for collectors of world crowns, classical mythology, or heavy commemorative silver.

Specifications

  • Issuer: Equatorial Guinea
  • Year of Issue: 1970
  • Face Value: 150 Pesetas Guineanas
  • Composition: 0.999 Fine Silver
  • Total Weight: 30.00 grams
  • Actual Silver Weight (ASW): 0.9636 troy oz
  • Diameter: 45.00 mm (A massive, impressive crown-sized coin)
  • Finish: Proof
  • Mintage: Only 3,520 pieces minted worldwide
  • Catalog Reference: KM# 16
  • Presentation & Packaging
    • Documentation: Not included.
    • Capsule: Not included (The coin will ship securely inside a brand-new, non-PVC archival protective paper envelope).
    • Outer Box: Not included.
    Key Design Elements
    • Obverse: Features the official national Coat of Arms of Equatorial Guinea centered over two crossed elephant tusks, inscribed with the state motto UNIDAD PAZ JUSTICIA (Unity, Peace, Justice). It boldly states REP. DE GUINEA ECUATORIAL along the upper rim.
    • Reverse : Features a magnificent, full-length classical rendering of the Goddess Minerva / Athena standing proudly with a spear. To her left stands a stylized view of the iconic Roman Colosseum, and to her right is the modern Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana (the Square Colosseum). The design is wrapped in the inscription CENTENARIO ROMA CAPITAL, the dual dates 1870–1970, and a decorative arc of stars along the lower rim.
    Condition:
    • Coin Condition: Choice, premium raw Proof condition. The coin boasts stunning, deep mirrored fields and highly crisp, frosted cameo details. The delicate .999 silver surfaces are exceptionally well-preserved, showing only very light, microscopic surface abrasions/handling marks that are entirely standard for a raw coin of this age and purity. It has never been cleaned, polished, or altered, retaining its original mint-fresh luster and tremendous eye appeal.


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