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10 Cents - Christian IX
| Silver (.625) | 3.4850 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | United States Virgin Islands › Danish West Indies (1730-1917) |
|---|---|
| King | Christian IX (1863-1906) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1878-1879 |
| Value | 10 Cents (0.10) |
| Currency | Daler (1849-1905) |
| Composition | Silver (.625) |
| Weight | 3.4850 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#18049 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 64% |
Reverse
Sugar cane
Denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DANSK VESTINDISK MØNT.
10 CENTS
Translation:
Danish West Indies Mint
10 cents
Engraver: Harald Conradsen
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a brief period of Danish rule over the US Virgin Islands, specifically from 1878 to 1879. The coin features the image of King Christian IX of Denmark on one side and the denomination and year on the other. The use of silver in the coin's composition adds to its value and rarity, making it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1878 | 80000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1879 | 120000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Cents - Christian IX 1878-1879 coin.
