1967 '10th Anniversary of Revolution' Haiti Gold Proof 1000 Gourdes Coin

The 1967 Haiti Gold Proof '10th Anniversary of Revolution' 1000 Gourdes Coin was issued to commemorate Haiti's tenth anniversary of the Haitian Revolution. The obverse commemorates the 60th birthday of Haitian President, François Duvalier.

• Manufactured by Numismatica Italiana
• 21.6 carat / 0.900 fineness
• Contains 5.7148 troy ounces of the precious metal
• VAT-free
• Mintage: 2,950
• Weight: 197.48g
• Diameter: 60mm

Please Note: that this coin exhibits some scratches.

Who Was Dr. François Duvalier?

Dr. François Duvalier was a significant individual in Haitian history, holding the presidency from 1957 to 1971. Referred to as "Papa Doc," his leadership was characterised by strong authoritarian control, leaving a lasting impact on Haiti's political career.

Haiti Gold Coins

Although Haitian pattern gold coins were issued between 1814 and 1854, its gold coinage issue did not begin until 1967, when five different denominations were issued, from 20 gourdes to 1,000 gourdes, to commemorate the tenth anniversary of one of its revolutions.

When did Haiti Gain Independence?

Haiti gained independence on January 1, 1804, becoming the first country in Latin America and the Caribbean to do so. It was achieved after a successful slave revolt against French colonial rule.

The obverse features a left facing portrait of the Haitian Life President "Papa Doc" Duvalier, wearing spectacles with the figures 60 in a wreath to his right. The legends, in two concentric circles, read:

REPUBLIQUE D'HAITI
AN X DE LA REVOLUTION

DR. FRANCOIS DUVALIER
PRESIDENT A VIE

The reverse displays the coat of arms of Haiti, including the motto "L'UNION FAIT LA FORCE", and the legend:

LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE

1000

GOURDES

1967

Together with '900' (the gold fineness) in a small cartouche, and some other numerals and letters. The number 1343 in our photograph may be a serial number, the IC may be a mintmark.