Obverse

Reverse

10 Cruzados

Brazil · 1987

A silver-colored stainless steel coin featuring the national coat of arms of Brazil on the obverse and the denomination with the country name on the reverse.

Country: Brazil
Year: 1987
Denomination: 10 Cruzados
Metal: Stainless Steel
Grade: Extremely Fine (XF) to About Uncirculated (AU)

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Overview

A silver-colored stainless steel coin featuring the national coat of arms of Brazil on the obverse and the denomination with the country name on the reverse.

Historical significance

The cruzado was introduced in Brazil in 1986 as part of the Plano Cruzado, an economic stabilization plan aimed at curbing hyperinflation by freezing prices and wages. Due to persistent inflation, this currency was short-lived and replaced by subsequent monetary reforms.

Obverse (front)

Features the national coat of arms of Brazil showing a large star with a smaller central emblem, surrounded by a wreath of coffee and tobacco branches, with the issuing republic text.

Reverse (back)

Displays the large numeral '10' in the center, the year '1987' below it, the country name 'BRASIL' arched above, and the denomination 'CRUZADOS' arched below within a beaded border.

Estimated value

$0.25 - $1.00

What drives this coin's value

Condition and preservation state, though due to high production numbers, most circulated specimens carry mostly nominal or collector-lot value.

Grade assessment

Extremely Fine (XF) to About Uncirculated (AU)

Mintage & rarity

High mintage, extremely common in circulated and uncirculated conditions.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Due to low face value and widespread availability, counterfeiting of this coin is virtually nonexistent. Normal weight and stainless steel composition are standard checks.

Notable varieties & errors

No major high-value errors or varieties are widely recognized for this specific year.

Similar coins

Other Brazilian cruzado and cruzeiro denominations from the 1980s and 1990s.

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place. Standard coin storage in a 2x2 cardboard flip or plastic pocket is sufficient to prevent scratching.

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