Philippines 10 Piso ASEANO (ASEAN 2026 Commemorative)
Country of Origin: Philippines (Issued by Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas)
Year of Issue: 2023 (Dated 2026)
Denomination: 10 Piso
Composition: Nickel-plated Steel
Brief Description
A silver-colored coin with a portrait of Apolinario Mabini on the obverse and an ASEAN 2026 logo with a QR code-like pattern and the BSP logo on the reverse.
Historical Significance
This is a commemorative circulation coin issued to celebrate the Philippines hosting the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit in 2026. Apolinario Mabini, featured on the obverse, was a Philippine revolutionary leader and educator.
Estimated Value
$0.50 - $1.50 in uncirculated condition
Care Instructions
Do not clean with chemicals; handle by the edges only to avoid fingerprint oils which can cause oxidation on plated steel surfaces. Store in a PVC-free flip.
Mint Mark
None (Typical for Manila Mint circulation issues)
Mintage & Rarity
Common; issued in significant numbers for circulation although often hoarded as a commemorative.
Weight & Diameter
8.0g, 27.0mm
Edge
Reeded with lettering
Apparent Grade
About Uncirculated to Mint State; shows minimal handling marks and retains original luster.
Obverse (Front)
Portrait of Apolinario Mabini facing slightly left. Inscriptions: 'REPUBLIKA NG PILIPINAS', '10 PISO', 'APOLINARIO MABINI', and the date '2026' in the background micro-text.
Reverse (Back)
Features the 'ASEANO' logo with a stylized boat/sail, the words 'ASEANO PHILIPPINES 2026', a digital QR-style pattern, and the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas logo at the bottom.
What Drives This Coin's Value
Condition (eye appeal) is the primary factor. As a modern circulation strike, only high-grade examples or those with errors carry a premium.
Similar Coins
Regular New Generation Currency (NGC) 10 Piso coins, which feature the same portrait but different reverse designs.
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
Check for magnetic properties (steel core), crispness of the QR-style pattern, and weight. The micro-text should be sharp under magnification.
Notable Varieties & Errors
None currently cataloged; collectors look for off-center strikes or die cracks typical of high-speed modern minting.
Created At: 2026-06-05T07:28:25.915974