10 Cents (Wide legend; magnetic) 1990 front 10 Cents (Wide legend; magnetic) 1990 back
10 Cents (Wide legend; magnetic) 1990 photo
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10 Cents Wide legend; magnetic

1990 year
Nickel plated steel 5.75 g 23.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Jamaica
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1990
Value
10 Cents (0.10&nbspJMD)
Currency
Dollar (1969-date)
Composition
Nickel plated steel
Weight
5.75 g
Diameter
23.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1995
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#7361
Rarity index
23%

Reverse

Butterfly within leafy sprigs above value.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TEN CENTS
10

Engraver: Christopher Ironside

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 10 cent coin from Jamaica, issued in 1990, has a unique feature - it is magnetic. This is due to the nickel plating on the steel core, which gives it a slightly magnetic properties. This feature was introduced as a security measure to prevent counterfeiting, and it's a distinct characteristic that sets this coin apart from other coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1990  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Cents (Wide legend; magnetic) 1990 coin.