10 Centavos 1933 front 10 Centavos 1933 back
10 Centavos 1933 photo
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10 Centavos

1933 year
Bronze 4 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Guinea-Bissau › Portuguese Guinea (1910-1975)
Period
Colony of the Portuguese Empire (1910-1951)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1933
Value
10 Centavos (0.10)
Currency
Escudo (1914-1975)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
4 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#43912
Rarity index
49%

Reverse

Denomination above date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REPÚBLICA PORTUGUESA
10 CENTAVOS
*1933*

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Centavos 1933 coin from Guinea-Bissau › Portuguese Guinea (1910-1975) is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of António Maria de Alarcón, a Portuguese governor who played a significant role in the colonization of Guinea-Bissau. The reverse side features a traditional Guinean boat, known as a "pirogue," which was an important mode of transportation for the local population. The design of the coin was created by the Portuguese artist, José de Almada Negreiros, who was known for his work in modernist art. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its unique design makes it a fascinating piece of history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1933  250000 - - - - - -

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