1990 GUATEMALA UN CENTAVO COPPER PLATED COIN

Updated September 3, 2026

1990 GUATEMALA UN CENTAVO COPPER PLATED COIN 1990 Guatemala Un Centavo Copper-Plated Steel Coin This 1990 Guatemala Un Centavo is a distinctive copper-plated steel circulation coin featuring the portrait of Fray Bartolomé de las Casas on the reverse. The obverse displays the national coat of arms of Guatemala, which includes the quetzal bird, crossed rifles, and swords, along with the date 1990. This specific issue is known as KM# 275.3 and was minted during a transitional period for Guatemalan currency materials. The coin is presented in a protective 2x2 cardboard flip holder, which has been hand-labeled with the country, year, and Krause catalog number for easy identification and collection organization. Its copper plating gives it a classic appearance similar to older bronze issues while maintaining a magnetic steel core. 1990 Guatemala Un Centavo Copper-Plated Steel Coin KM# 275.3 Fray Bartolomé de las Casas Condition: The coin appears to be in circulated condition with visible toning and surface wear across both the obverse and reverse. The copper plating shows darkening and oxidation, typical for this steel-core issue. The strike type is a standard business strike. The metal content is copper-plated steel. The obverse features the Guatemalan coat of arms with the date 1990, while the reverse depicts the portrait of Fray Bartolomé de las Casas, a 16th-century Spanish landowner who became a friar and social reformer known as the Protector of the Indians. No professional grading is provided. The mint is not explicitly marked but this series was historically produced by various mints including the Casa de Moneda de México for Guatemala. Guatemala, coin, 1990, un centavo, Fray Bartolomé de las Casas, numismatics, currency, coin collection, Latin America, 2x2 cardboard flip, coat of arms, República de Guatemala, collectible, brass-plated steel, KM# 275.3 Guatemala 1990 coin, Un Centavo Guatemala, Bartolome de las Casas coin, collectible world coins, numismatics Guatemala, 1990 1 centavo, rare Guatemalan currency, Republica de Guatemala coin, coin collecting hobby, vintage Central American coins IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Est

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