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10 Stotinki - Ferdinand I

1888 year
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 3.87 g 19.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Bulgaria
King
Ferdinand I (Фердинанд I) (1887-1918)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1888
Value
10 Stotinki (0.10)
Currency
First lev (1881-1952)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
3.87 g
Diameter
19.2 mm
Thickness
1.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#15659
Rarity index
13%

Reverse

Denomination above date within wreath.

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
10
СТОТИНКИ
1888

Translation: 10 Stotinki

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 10 Stotinki - Ferdinand I 1888 coin from Bulgaria features a unique design element - a Cyrillic inscription on the obverse (front) side of the coin, which reads "ФЕРДИНАНД I" (Ferdinand I). This is significant because it represents a blend of traditional Bulgarian culture and the influence of Western European styles, reflecting the complex history and cultural exchange of the region during that time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1888  10000000 - - - - - -

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