Ecuador 1 sucre 200 Years Independence Manuela Saenz PF67 NGC copper coin 2011

The 2011 Ecuador 1 Sucre copper proof coin is a commemorative fantasy issue dedicated to Manuela Sáenz, one of the most remarkable women associated with the South American independence movement. Often remembered as “La Libertadora del Libertador,” she played an important role in the revolutionary era and became a symbol of courage and loyalty during the struggle for freedom from Spanish colonial rule.

The obverse features a detailed portrait of Manuela Sáenz in elegant period attire. She is shown wearing a classical dress with draped fabric and a decorative rosette at the waist, while her hair is styled in a traditional headband. Her calm facial expression and carefully engraved features stand out against the mirrored proof background. Beside the portrait appears the inscription “La Libertadora del Libertador,” along with the year 2011 and her name along the lower edge, clearly identifying the historical figure honored by the coin.

The reverse displays the national coat of arms of Ecuador. At the center is an oval shield depicting the Chimborazo volcano rising above the Guayas River with a steamship symbolizing national commerce and progress. Above the shield spreads the Andean condor with wings extended, while crossed national flags, fasces bundles, banners, and decorative heraldic elements frame the emblem. Around the rim appear the country name and the denomination “Un Sucre.”

Struck in copper with a proof finish and certified by NGC as PF67 RD Ultra Cameo, this attractive commemorative piece combines historical symbolism, refined engraving, and collectible quality, making it an appealing addition to collections of Ecuadorian and Latin American numismatics.

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