10 Haléřů (Czechoslovak Socialist Republic)

Brief Description

The obverse features the coat of arms of the Czechoslovak Socialist Republic: a shield containing a lion with a small shield on its shoulder representing Kriváň, topped with a five-pointed star. The legend 'ČESKOSLOVENSKÁ SOCIALISTICKÁ REPUBLIKA' and the date '1964' surround the central emblem.

Historical Significance

This coin was issued during the Cold War era when Czechoslovakia was a Soviet satellite state. The change in the coat of arms (replacing the crown with a star and modifying the shield) reflects the formal adoption of the socialist constitution in 1960. These coins were used until the dissolution of Czechoslovakia in the early 1990s.

Estimated Value

$0.10 - $2.00 USD (depending on condition)

Care Instructions

Handle by the edges to avoid fingerprints. Store in an acid-free holder (e.g., 2x2 cardboard and Mylar flipped). Keep in a dry, room-temperature environment to prevent oxidation and 'white spots' common on older aluminum coinage.

Created At: 2026-03-22T20:26:55.395524