Obverse

Reverse

10 Cruzados

Brazil · 1988

A silver-colored stainless steel coin from Brazil featuring the national coat of arms on one side and the denomination with the country name on the other.

Country: Brazil
Year: 1988
Denomination: 10 Cruzados
Metal: Stainless Steel
Grade: Extremely Fine / About Uncirculated

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Overview

A silver-colored stainless steel coin from Brazil featuring the national coat of arms on one side and the denomination with the country name on the other.

Historical significance

Issued during a period of high inflation in Brazil under the Cruzado currency plan, which replaced the Cruzeiro in 1986 and was subsequently replaced due to ongoing economic instability.

Obverse (front)

Features the Brazilian coat of arms surrounded by a beaded rim.

Reverse (back)

Displays the large numeral '10' in the center, with 'BRASIL' at the top, the year '1988' in the middle, and 'CRUZADOS' at the bottom, encircled by a dotted border.

Estimated value

$0.25 - $1.00

What drives this coin's value

Condition, grade, and lack of circulation wear heavily dictate value, though high mintage makes most specimens inexpensive.

Grade assessment

Extremely Fine / About Uncirculated

Mintage & rarity

Common

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Due to low face value and base metal composition, counterfeiting is virtually non-existent.

Notable varieties & errors

Standard circulation issues without major known collectible errors.

Similar coins

Other denominations of Brazilian Cruzados from the late 1980s.

Care & preservation

Store in a dry environment in a standard coin flip or holder. Avoid harsh chemical cleaning to preserve the original surface.

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