Dominican Republic 10 pesos Pueblo Viejo Mine Taino Art PR66 PCGS Ag coin 1975

The Dominican Republic 10 Pesos silver coin issued in 1975 commemorates the Pueblo Viejo mining project and celebrates the artistic heritage of the Taíno people, the indigenous inhabitants of the Caribbean before European contact. The coin highlights both the cultural legacy of the island and the economic importance of the Pueblo Viejo mine, one of the most significant mineral deposits in the Dominican Republic.

The obverse features a stylized Taíno ceremonial figure inspired by pre-Columbian sculpture. The figure stands with bent legs and large circular ears, wearing a distinctive ceremonial headpiece. This imagery reflects the symbolic and spiritual character of Taíno art and its connection with ritual objects and religious traditions of the indigenous Caribbean cultures. Surrounding inscriptions include “Arte Taíno,” the denomination “10 Pesos,” the year “1975,” and the specifications “30 Gramos” and “Ley .900,” indicating the coin’s silver weight and purity.

The reverse displays the national coat of arms of the Dominican Republic. The shield containing a cross and open Bible is framed by laurel and palm branches, while above appears the national motto “Dios, Patria, Libertad.” The surrounding inscription references the Pueblo Viejo mining project, highlighting the economic development of the country during the period.

Struck in .900 fine silver with a weight of 30 grams and certified by PCGS as PR66, this coin combines indigenous Caribbean art with modern Dominican economic history. Its distinctive design and cultural significance make it an attractive collectible for world coin enthusiasts.

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