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10 Centavos

1942 year
Zinc 1.75 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Bolivia
Period
Republic (1825-2009)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1942
Value
10 Centavos (0.10)
Currency
First boliviano (1864-1963)
Composition
Zinc
Weight
1.75 g
Diameter
18 mm
Thickness
1.35 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1951
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#4899
Rarity index
19%

Reverse

Caduceus (a staff entwined by two serpents, surmounted by wings) divides denomination, olive sprays below, date at bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DIEZ CENTAVOS
10 C
1942

Translation: Ten Centavos

Edge

Plain

Comment

3,500,000 of the issue was minted in 1942 and 6,500,000 was minted in 1943.

Interesting fact

The 10 Centavos coin from Bolivia, minted in 1942, is interesting because it was made of zinc, which is a relatively rare metal for coins. Most coins are made of copper, nickel, or silver, but zinc was used for this particular coin likely due to its durability and resistance to corrosion. Additionally, the fact that it weighs 1.75 grams makes it stand out from other coins of similar denomination, which typically weigh less.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1942  10000000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Centavos 1942 coin.