10 Centavos 1952-1985 front 10 Centavos 1952-1985 back
10 Centavos 1952-1985 photo
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10 Centavos

 
Nickel brass 7.1 g 26.0 mm
Description
Issuer
El Salvador
Issuing bank
Central Reserve Bank of El Salvador (Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador)
Period
Republic (1841-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1952-1985
Value
10 Centavos (0.10&nbspSVC)
Currency
Colón (1892-date)
Composition
Nickel brass
Weight
7.1 g
Diameter
26.0 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1 January 2001
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#14260
Rarity index
13%

Reverse

Denomination within wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10
CENTAVOS
Mo

Edge

Plain

Comment

For the 1952-dated coins, 336,000 were struck in1952 1,664,000 were struck in 1953.

Interesting fact

The 10 Centavos coin from El Salvador, made of Nickel brass and weighing 7.1g, has a unique feature. It has a raised rim on both sides, which helps visually impaired individuals to identify the coin more easily. This feature was specifically designed to assist people with visual impairments, demonstrating the country's commitment to inclusivity and accessibility.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1952 (1952-1953)  2000000 - - - - - -
1985 Mo 15000000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Centavos 1952-1985 coin.