10 Centavos (Copper-Nickel) 1935-1939 front 10 Centavos (Copper-Nickel) 1935-1939 back
10 Centavos (Copper-Nickel) 1935-1939 photo
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10 Centavos Copper-Nickel

 
Copper-nickel 4.5 g 22.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Bolivia
Period
Republic (1825-2009)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1935-1939
Value
10 Centavos (0.10)
Currency
First boliviano (1864-1963)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
4.5 g
Diameter
22.5 mm
Thickness
1.38 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1951
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#4905
Rarity index
12%

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
1939

Translation:
Ten Centavos
10 c (cents)
1939

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 10 Centavos coin from Bolivia, made of Copper-nickel and weighing 4.5g, has an interesting fact that it was designed by the famous sculptor and engraver, Gilberto Esquivel. He was known for his work on various coins and banknotes in Bolivia and his design for the 10 Centavos coin features the national emblem of Bolivia, the condor, on one side and the denomination on the other. This coin was minted from 1935 to 1939 and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1935  10000000 - - - - - -
1936  10000000 - - - - - -
1939  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Centavos (Copper-Nickel) 1935-1939 coin.