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1 Centas

1925 year
Aluminium bronze 1.6 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Lithuania
Period
Republic (1918-1940)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1925
Value
1 Centas (0.01)
Currency
Old litas (1922-1941)
Composition
Aluminium bronze
Weight
1.6 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
25 March 1941
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#4486
Rarity index
22%

Reverse

Value within circle divides stem of flowers

Script: Latin

Lettering: VIENAS 1 CENTAS

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Centas 1925 coin was designed by sculptor and medallist, Juozas Zikaras, who was a prominent artist in Lithuania at the time. He is known for his work on various coins, medals, and monuments in Lithuania, and his design for the 1 Centas coin features a stylized image of a centaur, a mythical creature with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse. The centaur is depicted holding a bow and arrow, symbolizing strength and courage. The coin's design was meant to represent the country's independence and sovereignty, and it has become a beloved symbol of Lithuanian culture and history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1925  5000000 - - - - - -

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