Dominican Republic. Commemorative 1 Peso 1974. An exceptional, crown-sized commemorative silver coin issued to celebrate the XII Central American and Caribbean Games (XII Juegos Deportivos Centroamericanos y del Caribe) hosted in Santo Domingo from February 27 to March 13, 1974. Struck with striking historical and geographic motifs, this large silver issue is highly popular among sports collectors, world coin enthusiasts, and silver crown investors. • Obverse: Features the beautifully detailed, high-relief national Coat of Arms of the Dominican Republic at the center, showcasing a central shield with an open Bible surmounted by a cross, flanked by detailed laurel and palm branches. Above the shield rests the scroll motto “DIOS PATRIA LIBERTAD” (God, Fatherland, Liberty). The outer legend reads “REPUBLICA DOMINICANA” . • Reverse: Features a centralized coat of arms overlaying a highly detailed map outline of the Dominican Republic, illuminated by radiant sunburst rays. The outer circular legend details the event: “XII JUEGOS DEPORTIVOS CENTROAMERICANOS Y DEL CARIBE”. The exergue panels note the location and specific dates: “27 FEBRERO • 13 MARZO / SANTO DOMINGO 74”, alongside the denomination “UN PESO”, the issue year “1974”, and the silver hallmark “LEY .900” Coin Specifications: • Country: Dominican Republic • Year of Issue: 1974 • Denomination: 1 Peso • Composition: Silver (.900 fine) • Total Weight: 26.7 grams (Heavy crown standard, containing 24.03 grams of pure net silver) • Diameter: 38.1 mm • Catalog References: KM# 38 / Y# 25 Condition Report for Bidders: Preserved in beautiful About Uncirculated (AU) to Uncirculated (UNC) condition. The coin boasts remarkable visual appeal, keeping strong, fully original mint luster gleaming across the open surfaces on both sides ]The intricate details on the central shield, the fine leaves of the wreath, and the dynamic lines of the map remain entirely crisp and sharp . The open fields are highly clean. This beautiful historical sports crown serves as a fantastic addition to any Latin American type collection. Bidders are kindly requested to inspect the high-resolution obverse and reverse photographs carefully to evaluate the premium condition and sharp details before placing a bid.