10 Centavos 1975 front 10 Centavos 1975 back
10 Centavos 1975 photo
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10 Centavos

1975 year
Brass 1.5 g 14.76 mm
Description
Issuer
Peru
Period
Republic (1822-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1975
Value
10 Centavos (0.10&nbspPEH)
Currency
Sol (1863-1985)
Composition
Brass
Weight
1.5 g
Diameter
14.76 mm
Thickness
1.34 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#7419
Rarity index
20%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: 10 CENTAVOS

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 10 Centavos coin from Peru, minted in 1975, was made of brass, a copper and zinc alloy. This coin was unique in that it was the first time that a coin with a denomination of 10 centavos was minted in Peru. Additionally, it was the first coin to feature the image of the national hero, Jose de San Martin, on its obverse side. San Martin was a prominent figure in Peruvian history, known for his leadership in the country's fight for independence from Spain. The coin's reverse side features the Peruvian coat of arms.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1975  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Centavos 1975 coin.