10 Centavos (1879 - 1880)
Features
| Denomination | 10 Centavos |
| Catalog Number | KM# 198 |
| Weight (g) | 5.03 |
| Diameter (mm) | 22.3 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Copper-Nickel |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Orientation | Coin orientation ↑↓ |
| Demonetized |
Obverse
Lettering:
.REPUBLICA.PERUANA.1879.
DIEZ CENTAVOS
Description:
Inscription around radiant sun face.
.REPUBLICA.PERUANA.1879.
DIEZ CENTAVOS
Description:
Inscription around radiant sun face.
Reverse
Lettering:
MONEDA.PROVISIONAL
10
CENTAVOS
Description:
Denomination within circle.
MONEDA.PROVISIONAL
10
CENTAVOS
Description:
Denomination within circle.
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1879 | 3,005,000 | Common | |
| 1880 | 4,000,000 | Common | |
| 1880 | Proof | Not Common |


