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10 Ouguiya
| Nickel plated steel | 5.8 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | Mauritania |
|---|---|
| Period | Islamic Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1425-1434 (2004-2013) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 10 Ouguiya (10 MRO) |
| Currency | Old Ouguiya (1973-2018) |
| Composition | Nickel plated steel |
| Weight | 5.8 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 30 June 2018 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#25611 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Centre: Crescent & Star with Sprigs on either-side & below the denomination in Arabic (10 Ouguiya).
Outer Circle: Arabic lettering of the Country's Central Bank & the year in Islamic or Hijri calendar.
Script: Arabic
Lettering:
البنك المركزي الموريتاني
١٠
أوقية
١٤٣٠
Translation:
The Central Bank of Mauritania
10 Ouguiya
1430
Edge
Reeded
Comment
From AH 1430 (2009) to AH 1431 (2010) the style of the Q in BANQUE changed. Earlier coins have the slash separate from the main circle while later coins have the two parts connected. The images below are from AH 1430 and AH 1434.
Interesting fact
The 10 Ouguiya coin from Mauritania features an interesting design on its reverse side, which showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin features a traditional Mauritanian woman wearing a colorful garment and a silver necklace, surrounded by intricate patterns and designs that are typical of the country's art and architecture. This design not only adds aesthetic value to the coin but also serves as a symbol of Mauritania's rich cultural identity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1425 (2004) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1426 (2005) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1430 (2009) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1433 (2012) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Ouguiya 1425-1434 (2004-2013) coin.
