10 Centavos 1936 front 10 Centavos 1936 back
10 Centavos 1936 photo
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10 Centavos

1936 year
Copper 4 g 22.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Mozambique
Period
Colony of the Portuguese Empire (1910-1951)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1936
Value
10 Centavos (0.10)
Currency
Escudo (1911-1974)
Composition
Copper
Weight
4 g
Diameter
22.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1975
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#14034
Rarity index
21%

Reverse

Value in centre, legend surrounding.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REPUBLICA PORTUGUESA ·
10
CENTAVOS

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 10 Centavos coin from Mozambique, issued in 1936, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a traditional Mozambican woman, dressed in a colorful outfit and adorned with traditional jewelry. This design was created by the Portuguese artist, António de Sousa, who was inspired by the local culture and wanted to showcase it on the coin. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, not only because of its age and rarity but also because of its unique design that highlights Mozambique's cultural identity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1936  2000000 - - - - - -

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