10 Escudos 1951 front 10 Escudos 1951 back
10 Escudos 1951 photo
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10 Escudos

1951 year
Silver (.720) 12.5 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
São Tomé and Príncipe
Period
Overseas province of Portugal (1951-1975)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1951
Value
10 Escudos
Currency
Escudo (1914-1974)
Composition
Silver (.720)
Weight
12.5 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#18996
Rarity index
32%

Reverse

Shield within globe on cross

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REPUBLICA·PORTUGUESA
*1951*

Edge

Reeded

Comment

3rd system (1951)
50 Centavos N#36189
1 Escudo N#36190
2.5 Escudos N#24518
5 Escudos N#14453

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Escudos 1951 coin from São Tomé and Príncipe is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's rich history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of King Amador, who ruled the island nation from 1491 to 1500, while the reverse side features a traditional São Toméan boat, known as a "sambuk," which was used for fishing and trade. This design not only showcases the country's maritime heritage but also highlights its cultural exchange with other nations, as the sambuk was influenced by Arab and Portuguese boat-building techniques.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1951  40000 - - - - - -

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