10 Centavos 1887 front 10 Centavos 1887 back
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10 Centavos

1887 year
Silver (.800) (Copper .200) 2.5 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Nicaragua
Period
Republic (1854-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1887
Value
10 Centavos (0.10)
Currency
Peso (1878-1912)
Composition
Silver (.800) (Copper .200)
Weight
2.5 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
20 March 1912
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#17291
Rarity index
31%

Reverse

Value and date within wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10
CENTS
1887

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Centavos 1887 coin from Nicaragua is that it features a unique design, showcasing the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the national emblem of Nicaragua, which includes a triangle with volcanoes, a rainbow, and a Phrygian cap, symbolizing the country's natural beauty and its struggle for independence. The reverse side features a portrait of the Nicaraguan revolutionary leader, Augusto César Sandino, who played a significant role in the country's fight for freedom against the United States. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, not only for its historical significance but also for its unique design and limited mintage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1887 H 1500000 - - - - - -

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