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CUC [Cuban Convertible Peso]

The Cuban Convertible Peso, abbreviated as CUC, was one of Cuba’s two official currencies, alongside the Cuban Peso (CUP). Introduced in 1994, the CUC was created to facilitate tourism and foreign trade, as it was pegged to the US Dollar at a 1:1 rate. It was widely used by tourists and in businesses that dealt with imports or foreign currency. The currency existed in coins and banknotes, featuring national symbols, historical figures, and landmarks. In 2021, Cuba began phasing out the CUC as part of monetary unification, aiming to simplify its currency system and strengthen the CUP, making the CUC largely obsolete.

MOP [Macanese Pataca]

The Macanese Pataca, abbreviated as MOP, is the official currency of Macau, a Special Administrative Region of China. Introduced in 1894, it replaced the Macanese real and is issued and regulated by the Monetary Authority of Macau, which manages monetary policy and ensures economic stability. The pataca is subdivided into 100 avos and is available in both coins and banknotes. Coins typically range from 10 to 50 avos, while banknotes range from 10 to 1,000 patacas, featuring local landmarks, cultural symbols, and historical figures. Widely used in daily transactions, trade, salaries, and tourism, the MOP plays a vital role in supporting Macau’s economy. Its value is pegged to the Hong Kong Dollar, providing stability and confidence in financial transactions.