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1 Centas
1925 yearAluminium bronze | 1.6 g | 16 mm |
Issuer | Lithuania |
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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 |
Numista | N#4486 |
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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 |
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1925 | 5000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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