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10 Pence - Elizabeth II Moorish Castle; large type
| Copper-nickel | 11.31 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1988-1991 |
| Value | 10 Pence (0.10 GIP) |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 11.31 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 June 1993 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#7750 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Moorish Castle, denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TEN PENCE
10
AA
Engraver: Alfred Ryman
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Moorish Castle on the 10 Pence coin from Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) is a depiction of the famous Moorish Castle, a historic fortress located in Gibraltar. The castle was built in the 8th century by the Moors, who were Muslims from North Africa, and it has been a symbol of Gibraltar's rich history and cultural heritage ever since. The castle's design on the coin is a nod to the territory's diverse history and cultural influences.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 PM | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1989 PM | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1990 PM | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1991 PM | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pence - Elizabeth II (Moorish Castle; large type) 1988-1991 coin.
