10 Centavos (Trial strike) 1915 front 10 Centavos (Trial strike) 1915 back
10 Centavos (Trial strike) 1915 photo
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10 Centavos Trial strike

1915 year
Copper - -
Description
Issuer
State of Puebla
Type
Pattern
Year
1915
Value
10 Centavos (0.10)
Currency
Peso (1915)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#150101
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: 10.C.S

Interesting fact

The Pattern 10 Centavos (Trial strike) 1915 from State of Puebla made of Copper is a rare and unique coin, with only a few known examples in existence. It was minted in 1915 as a trial strike, meaning it was not intended for circulation and was instead used as a test piece for the minting process. The coin features the coat of arms of the State of Puebla on one side and the Mexican eagle on the other, and is made of copper, which gives it a distinctive reddish-brown color. Due to its rarity and historical significance, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and is considered a valuable addition to any numismatic collection.