© A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
© A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
10 Escudos
1973 year| Copper-nickel | 9 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Guinea-Bissau › Portuguese Guinea (1910-1975) |
|---|---|
| Period | Overseas province of Portugal (1951-1973) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1973 |
| Value | 10 Escudos |
| Currency | Escudo (1914-1975) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 9 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 2.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#11945 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 32% |
Reverse
Blazon of Portugal on the cross of the Order of Christ, legend with date around it.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLICA·PORTUGUESA
·1973·
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Escudos 1973 coin from Guinea-Bissau is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional Guinea-Bissauan mask, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of a fish, which is a symbol of the country's rich marine life and fishing industry. The coin's design was created by the Portuguese artist, José Joaquim da Silva, who was known for his work in creating iconic designs for coins and stamps.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | 1700000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Escudos 1973 coin.
