Obverse © Tanin – Reverse © Essor Prof
Obverse © Tanin – Reverse © Essor Prof
10 Cents - Elizabeth II 1st portrait
| Copper-nickel | 5.15 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Mauritius |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-1968) Elizabeth II (1968-1992) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1954-1978 |
| Value | 10 Cents (0.10 MUR) |
| Currency | Rupee (1835-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 5.15 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Scalloped (with 12 notches) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#1833 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Lettering surrounds value in center.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*MAURITIUS*
10
TEN·CENTS·1975
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Cents - Elizabeth II (1st portrait) 1954-1978 coin from Mauritius is that it features a unique design that showcases the island nation's rich history and culture. The obverse of the coin bears the image of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse features a traditional Mauritian sugar cane worker, symbolizing the island's long history of sugar production and its importance to the local economy. This design was created by the renowned British artist and sculptor, Edgar Fuller, and was used on several other coins issued by Mauritius during this period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | 252000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1957 | 250000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1959 | 253000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1960 | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1963 | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1964 | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1965 | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1966 | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1969 | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1970 | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1971 | 750 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1975 | 6675000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1978 | 9268 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Cents - Elizabeth II (1st portrait) 1954-1978 coin.
