© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
10 Euro Cents - Albert II 1st map, 1st type, 1st portrait
| Nordic gold (89% Copper, 5% Aluminium, 5% Zinc, 1% Tin) | 4.1 g | 19.75 mm |
| Issuer | Belgium |
|---|---|
| King | Albert II (1993-2013) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1999-2006 |
| Value | 10 Euro Cents 0.10 EUR = USD 0.11 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Nordic gold (89% Copper, 5% Aluminium, 5% Zinc, 1% Tin) |
| Weight | 4.1 g |
| Diameter | 19.75 mm |
| Thickness | 1.93 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#75 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 4% |
Reverse
A map, next to the face value, symbolizes the gathering of the fifteen nations of the European Union
Script: Latin
Lettering: 10 EURO CENT LL
Engraver: Luc Luycx
Edge
Indented
Comment
Variety distinction 1999:Obverse 1 :
The engraving is thick
1) The base of the crown is
regularly curved
2) The support of the cross is narrow and close to the crown.
3) The tip of the A is very close to the crown
Obverse 2:
The engraving is thick
1) The base of the crown
is flattened
2) The support for the cross is narrow and close to the crown.
3) The tip of the A is very close to the crown
Obverse 3:
Fine engraving
1) The base of the crown is very evenly curved.
2) The support of the cross is wide and slightly detached from the crown.
3) The tip of the A is far from the crown
