10 Centesimi 1950 front 10 Centesimi 1950 back
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10 Centesimi

1950 year
Brass (Cu 95%, Zn 5%) 10 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Italian Somaliland (Somalia)
Period
Trust Territory of Somaliland (1950-1960)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1950
Value
10 Centesimi (0.10)
Currency
Somalo (1950-1962)
Composition
Brass (Cu 95%, Zn 5%)
Weight
10 g
Diameter
30 mm
Thickness
1.85 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#12615
Rarity index
16%

Reverse

Value within circle with star flanked by crescents above

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ROMA 1950
10 CENTESIMI
ضرب في روما سنة ١٣٦٩

Translation: Struck in Roma, year 1369

Engraver: Giuseppe Romagnoli

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Centesimi 1950 coin from Italian Somaliland (Somalia) is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional Somali man and woman, while the reverse side features a camel, which is a symbol of strength and resilience in Somali culture. This design was created by the Italian engraver, P. Fornasi, and it sets the coin apart from other coins issued during the same period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1950  7400000 - - - - - -

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