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10 Céntimos Pattern
1873 year| Copper | 10 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Andorra |
|---|---|
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1873 |
| Value | 10 Centimos (0.10) |
| Currency | Peseta (1936) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#65118 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Value within beaded circle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CIEN PIEZAS EN KILOG
10 CENTIMOS
* 1873 *
Translation: Hundred pieces in Kilograms
Comment
Previously KM# B1.In the issuer name (Republica de los Valls de Andorra) we can find historical and grammatical inconsistencies:
1. Andorra has never been a Republic (it is a Co-Principality)
2. The official language of Andorra is Catalan. The name "Republica de los Valls de Andorra" appears half in Spanish and half in Catalan. In Spanish it should be "Republica de los Valles de Andorra" and in catalan it should be "Republica de les Valls d'Andorra"
Interesting fact
The Pattern 10 Céntimos coin from Andorra, made of Copper and weighing 10g, is a rare and unique coin. It was minted in 1873 as a pattern coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a sample or prototype. This coin features a distinctive design, showcasing the coat of arms of Andorra on one side and the inscription "10 Céntimos" on the other. Its rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.