10 Centavos (INTUR) 1981 front 10 Centavos (INTUR) 1981 back
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10 Centavos INTUR

1981 year
Copper-nickel 4.1 g 21.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Cuba
Period
Second Republic (1959-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1981
Value
10 Centavos (0.10)
Currency
INTUR (visitor's coinage, 1981-1989)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
4.1 g
Diameter
21.3 mm
Thickness
1.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
15 October 2001
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#10229
Rarity index
14%

Reverse

Logo of the National Institute of Tourism ("INTUR") featuring a Real Palmtree; with face value in words on bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
INTUR
DIEZ CENTAVOS

Edge

Plain

Comment

Zunzún is the smallest hummingbird in the world , also known as "pájaro mosca" (fly bird) , only 63 mm (2 1/2"). Their name comes from the sound of their wings when flying.
There are about 300 species of hummingbirds in Cuba , and though Zunzúns are not a scarce breed , they are hard to see,because they live deep in the forest , and usually avoid contact with humans.

Interesting fact

The 10 Centavos coin from Cuba, made of Copper-nickel and weighing 4.1 grams, has an interesting fact. It's that the coin's design features the national emblem of Cuba, which includes a shield with a star, a key, and a bundle of arrows, representing the country's independence, sovereignty, and struggle for freedom.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1981  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Centavos (INTUR) 1981 coin.