10 Escudos 1971-1974 front 10 Escudos 1971-1974 back
10 Escudos 1971-1974 photo
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10 Escudos

 
Copper-nickel clad nickel 10 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Portugal
Period
Second Republic (1926-1974)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1971-1974
Value
10 Escudos (10&nbspPTE)
Currency
Escudo (1911-2001)
Composition
Copper-nickel clad nickel
Weight
10 g
Diameter
28 mm
Thickness
2.18 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#5444
Rarity index
6%

Reverse

Arms of Portugal, 4 stars, value below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10$00
MARTINS BARATA DEL.
M. NORTE SCULP.

Engraver: Marcelino Norte de Almeida

Edge

Smooth with inscription

Lettering: ESPERANÇA FRATERNIDADE CONFIANÇA

Comment

There are 2 edge alignments in all dates

Interesting fact

The 10 Escudos coin from Portugal features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. On one side of the coin, there is an image of the Portuguese coat of arms, which includes a shield with five quinas (a symbol of the country's historical provinces) and a crown. On the other side, there is an image of the famous Portuguese explorer, Vasco da Gama, who is credited with discovering the sea route to India in the late 15th century. This design was chosen to commemorate the 500th anniversary of da Gama's journey.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1971  3876209 - - - - - -
1972  2693638 - - - - - -
1973  5418415 - - - - - -
1974  4042812 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Escudos 1971-1974 coin.