10 Centavos 1947-1951 front 10 Centavos 1947-1951 back
10 Centavos 1947-1951 photo
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10 Centavos

 
Brass 4.0 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Peru
Period
Republic (1822-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1947-1951
Value
10 Centavos (0.10&nbspPEH)
Currency
Sol (1863-1985)
Composition
Brass
Weight
4.0 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
1.9 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#16385
Rarity index
15%

Reverse

Value number "10" to right of sprig, "CENTAVOS" among the "10", over sprig

Script: Latin

Lettering: 10 CENTAVOS

Edge

Reeded

Comment

* Information how to find "AFP" look at coin Peru # 224 (see link below + photo):


* Differences in thickness of planchet exist, for example:
 1947 = 1.86 mm
 1951 = 1.95 mm
1951 without AFP = 1.67 mm



Date varieties exist:

Interesting fact

The 10 Centavos coin from Peru, minted between 1947 and 1951, features an image of a vicuña, which is a South American camelid that is native to the Andean region. The vicuña is known for its soft, luxurious wool, and it is considered a symbol of Peruvian culture and heritage. The coin's design was created by the Peruvian artist, Josép M. Urtado, and it is considered a rare and unique example of a coin that features a native South American animal.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1947  6806000 - - - - - -
1948  5771000 - - - - - -
1949  4730000 - - - - - -
1950  5298000 - - - - - -
1951  7324000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Centavos 1947-1951 coin.