10 Centavos (Pattern) 1884 front 10 Centavos (Pattern) 1884 back
10 Centavos (Pattern) 1884 photo
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10 Centavos Pattern

1884 year
Silver (.900) - -
Description
Issuer
Bolivia
Period
Republic (1825-2009)
Type
Pattern
Year
1884
Value
10 Centavos (0.10)
Currency
First boliviano (1864-1963)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#310899
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Face value and fineness in letters, into a wreath, motto as curved legend on top and sides, date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
• LA UNION ES LA FUERZA
DIEZ
CENTs.
9 D. FINO
PTS (Monogram) • 1884 F. E.

Translation:
The Union is the Strength
Ten
Centavos
9 Tenths Fineness (0.900)

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Pattern 10 Centavos coin from Bolivia, made of Silver (.900) in 1884, is considered a rare and valuable collector's item. It is believed that only 200 of these coins were minted, making it a highly sought-after piece among numismatists.