10 Centavos


Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)	3.86 g	20 mm

Description

Issuer	Peru
Period	Republic (1822-date)
Type	Standard circulation coin
Years	1918-1941
Value	10 Centavos (0.10&nbspPEH)
Currency	Sol (1863-1985)
Composition	Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight	3.86 g
Diameter	20 mm
Thickness	1.5 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized	Yes
Updated	2024-10-07

References

Numista	N#7425
Rarity index	11%

Reverse

Value to right of sprig

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10
CENTAVOS

Edge

Plain

Comment

Coins dated between 1918 and 1926 were minted by the United States mint in Philadelphia.
Coins dated 1934 and after were minted by the British Royal Mint.

Interesting fact

The 10 Centavos coin from Peru, produced between 1918 and 1941, has an interesting feature. It was designed by the Peruvian artist, José Sabogal, who was known for his contributions to the indigenous art movement in Peru. The coin's design features an image of a native Peruvian woman, representing the country's indigenous culture and heritage. This design choice was significant because it was a departure from the traditional imagery used on Peruvian coins, which often featured Spanish conquistadors or other colonial figures. The inclusion of indigenous imagery on the coin was a way to recognize and honor the cultural contributions of Peru's indigenous peoples.

Price

Date	Mintage	VG	F	VF	XF	AU	UNC
1918	3000000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1919	2500000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1920	3080000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1921	6920000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1926	3000000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1935	1000000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1937	1000000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1939	2000000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1940	2000000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1941	2000000	-	-	-	-	-	-

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Centavos 1918-1941 coin.