10 Centavos 1942 front 10 Centavos 1942 back
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10 Centavos

1942 year
Brass (80% Copper, 20% Zinc) 2.8 g 18.9 mm
Description
Issuer
Ecuador
Period
Republic (1830-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1942
Value
10 Centavos (0.10&nbspECS)
Currency
Sucre (1884-2000)
Composition
Brass (80% Copper, 20% Zinc)
Weight
2.8 g
Diameter
18.9 mm
Thickness
1.25 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
9 October 2000
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#14989
Rarity index
26%

Reverse

Denomination with laurels

Script: Latin

Lettering: 10 CENTAVOS

Edge

Plain

Comment

Of the total mintage, 2,500,000 were minted in 1942 and 2,500,000 were minted in 1943.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Centavos 1942 coin from Ecuador is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual national emblem or coat of arms, the coin bears an image of a condor, a majestic bird that is native to the Andean region. This design was chosen to symbolize the country's rich natural heritage and its commitment to preserving the Andean condor's habitat.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1942  5000000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Centavos 1942 coin.