10 Centavos 1908 front 10 Centavos 1908 back
10 Centavos 1908 photo
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10 Centavos

1908 year
Copper-nickel 3.0 g 19.35 mm
Description
Issuer
Paraguay
Period
Republic (1811-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1908
Value
10 Centavos (0.10)
Currency
Peso (1856-1944)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
3.0 g
Diameter
19.35 mm
Thickness
1.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
31 December 1944
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#22283
Rarity index
44%

Reverse

Denomination within wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering: 10 CENTAVOS

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 10 Centavos coin from Paraguay, minted in 1908, features a unique design element - a small image of a indigenous person, which was a departure from the traditional designs featuring European figures. This coin was also the first to bear the name "Paraguay" in the local Guarani language, reflecting the country's shift towards promoting its indigenous culture and heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1908  792000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Centavos 1908 coin.