Ecuador 1000 sucres 42th President Otto Arosemena Gomez Politics Ag coin 2019

The Ecuador 1000 Sucres silver coin commemorates Otto Arosemena Gómez, the 42nd President of Ecuador and a prominent political figure associated with the country’s restoration of constitutional governance during a complex period of political transition. Arosemena Gómez served as president from 1966 to 1968 and played an important role in stabilizing the political system and guiding Ecuador back toward democratic institutional order.

The obverse features a portrait of Otto Arosemena Gómez, presented in a detailed bust facing forward. The design highlights his facial features and formal attire, emphasizing the dignified representation typical of modern Ecuadorian commemorative issues. Surrounding the portrait is the inscription “OTTO AROSEMENA GOMEZ”, while the lower inscription “42° PRESIDENTE” identifies his place in the historical line of Ecuador’s national leadership.

The reverse displays the coat of arms of the Republic of Ecuador, crowned by the Andean condor with wings spread above the national shield. The shield depicts Mount Chimborazo, a river symbolizing the Guayas River, and a ship representing national progress and navigation. Surrounding elements include national flags, spears, and fasces representing sovereignty and unity. The inscriptions “REPUBLICA DEL ECUADOR” and “MIL SUCRES” complete the composition.

Struck in silver, this commemorative issue honoring Otto Arosemena Gómez represents a meaningful piece of Ecuadorian political history and an attractive collectible for enthusiasts of modern Latin American numismatics.

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