10 Centavos 1965-1973 front 10 Centavos 1965-1973 back
10 Centavos 1965-1973 photo
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10 Centavos

 
Copper clad steel (90-95% Steel, 10-5% Copper) 2.5 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Bolivia
Period
Republic (1825-2009)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1965-1973
Value
10 Centavos (0.10&nbspBOP)
Currency
Peso boliviano (1963-1986)
Composition
Copper clad steel (90-95% Steel, 10-5% Copper)
Weight
2.5 g
Diameter
19 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1987
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#3222
Rarity index
11%

Reverse

Denomination, date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DIEZ CENTAVOS
10
1965

Translation: Ten Centavos

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Centavos coin from Bolivia (1965-1973) is that it was made with a unique combination of materials. The coin was produced using a copper clad steel planchet, which consisted of 90-95% steel and 10-5% copper. This blend of metals provided a durable and cost-effective solution for producing coins, while still maintaining a distinctive appearance. The use of copper clad steel planchets was a common practice in many countries during this time period, but the specific composition of this coin makes it stand out as an interesting fact.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1965  10000000 - - - - - -
1967  - - - - - -
1969  5700000 - - - - - -
1971  200000 - - - - - -
1972  100000 - - - - - -
1973  6000000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Centavos 1965-1973 coin.