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10 Bits ND
| Silver | - | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Martinique (Overseas France) |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XV (1715-1774) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1770-1772 |
| Value | 10 Bits (0.10) |
| Currency | Countermarked Type IV |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round with cutouts |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#67400 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VTRAQUE VNUM
Mo 1757 Mo
Comment
Countermark (Blunt heart-shaped hole with ornamented edges) on Mexico City 8 Reales, KM#103.Interesting fact
The 10 Bits coin was a decimal currency introduced in Martinique during the French colonial period. It was equivalent to 1/10 of a French livre, and it was used alongside other denominations like the 5 Bits and the 15 Bits. The coin was made of silver and had a unique design, featuring the French king's monogram on one side and the coat of arms of Martinique on the other. Despite being a standard circulation coin, the 10 Bits ND (1770-1772) is now a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and history enthusiasts.
