Ecuador 1 sucre 200 Years Independence Jose Antepara PR68 PCGS copper coin 2013

The 2013 Ecuador 1 Sucre copper proof coin commemorates the heroes associated with the independence movement and honors José de Antepara, an intellectual figure connected with the revolutionary ideas that inspired Ecuador’s struggle for freedom in the early nineteenth century. This issue celebrates the legacy of individuals who contributed to the political awakening that eventually led to independence from Spanish rule.

The obverse features a finely engraved portrait of José de Antepara shown in profile. His distinctive hairstyle, prominent sideburns, and carefully shaped mustache are rendered with precise detail. He is depicted wearing formal period clothing with a high collar and tie, reflecting the fashion of the era and his role as an educated political thinker. The mirrored proof background highlights the relief of the portrait, while inscriptions near the bust include his name and the year 2013, creating a balanced and elegant composition.

The reverse presents 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 commerce and national progress. Above the shield spreads the Andean condor with wings extended, while crossed national flags, fasces bundles, banners, and decorative heraldic ornaments frame the emblem. The surrounding legend identifies the Republic of Ecuador and the denomination “Un Sucre.”

Struck in copper with a deep cameo proof finish and certified by PCGS as PR68 RD DCAM, this commemorative coin offers strong visual appeal and historical symbolism, making it a distinctive collectible for enthusiasts of Ecuadorian and Latin American numismatics.

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