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10 Centimes - Léopold II
1909 year| Copper-nickel | 4 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Belgian Congo › Belgian Congo (1908-1960) |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold II (1885-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1909 |
| Value | 10 Centimes (0.10) |
| Currency | Franc (1887-1960) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8022 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 52% |
Reverse
Shining star and 3 small stars on each side
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*** 10 C. ***
1909
Edge
Plain
Comment
It exists 1909 in current medal strike.
Interesting fact
The 10 Centimes coin from Belgian Congo featuring Léopold II, minted in 1909, has an interesting fact associated with it. Despite being a standard circulation coin, it was actually minted in a very limited quantity, with only 10,000 coins produced. This scarcity makes it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists, particularly those interested in African currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | 1500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Centimes - Léopold II 1909 coin.
