10 Centesimi
Italian 10 Centesimi
Italy · 1919-1937
A copper-colored coin featuring the bust of King Vittorio Emanuele III facing left on the obverse and a fasces with a shield on the reverse.
- Country
- Italy
- Year
- 1919-1937
- Denomination
- 10 Centesimi
- Metal
- 96% Copper, 4% Tin
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Overview
A copper-colored coin featuring the bust of King Vittorio Emanuele III facing left on the obverse and a fasces with a shield on the reverse.
Historical significance
Issued during the Kingdom of Italy, spanning the period after World War I and deep into the Fascist era under Benito Mussolini, though the fasces design was a traditional Roman symbol adopted by the state.
Obverse (front)
Profile bust of King Vittorio Emanuele III facing left, surrounded by the legend giving the king's name and title.
Reverse (back)
A central fasces overlaid with a shield bearing a cross, flanked by wheat stalks and oak leaves, with the denomination and year.
Estimated value
$1-$5 in circulated condition, up to $15-$30 in uncirculated condition
What drives this coin's value
Overall state of preservation, specific year of issue, and presence of original mint luster.
Grade assessment
Fine to Very Fine with moderate wear on the high points of the portrait and reverse devices.
Mintage & rarity
Varies significantly by year; some years had high mintages (common), while others are scarce or key dates.
Authenticity & counterfeit red flags
Check for correct weight, diameter, and magnetic properties (copper is non-magnetic).
Notable varieties & errors
Various minor die cracks and repunched dates exist across different years within the series.
Similar coins
Other Italian Centesimi denominations of the early 20th century, such as the 5 or 20 Centesimi.
Care & preservation
Handle by the edges with clean cotton gloves, store in a cool dry place in an archival-safe flip, and never clean the coin.
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