10 Centavos 1973 front 10 Centavos 1973 back
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10 Centavos

1973 year
Aluminium 0.5 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Guinea-Bissau › Portuguese Guinea (1910-1975)
Period
Overseas province of Portugal (1951-1973)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1973
Value
10 Centavos (0.10)
Currency
Escudo (1914-1975)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
0.5 g
Diameter
15 mm
Thickness
1.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#10925
Rarity index
24%

Reverse

At top is Country with National Emblem in the Middle, Split shield with Portuguese coat of arms on the left

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REPUBLICA . PORTUGUESA
10
CENTAVOS

Translation:
Portuguese Republic
10
Centavos

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 10 Centavos coin from 1973 is a rare and unique coin, as it was issued during the transition period when Guinea-Bissau was gaining independence from Portugal. The coin still bears the inscription "Portuguese Guinea" on one side, while the other side features the new national emblem of Guinea-Bissau. This coin is a symbol of the country's rich history and its journey towards independence.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1973  100067 - - - - - -

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