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What is a ten pence coin made of?
What is a ten pence coin made of?
HanRiverVisionaryWave
Mon Feb 17 2025
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I have a ten pence coin and I'm curious about what material it's made of. I want to know the composition of this coin.
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BenjaminMoore
Tue Feb 18 2025
However, due to the rising costs of metal, a decision was made to switch the minting material of the ten pence coin.
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henry_harrison_philosopher
Tue Feb 18 2025
Starting in 2012, the Royal Mint began minting the ten pence coin in nickel-plated steel. This new material is cost-effective and still maintains the necessary durability for coinage.
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charlotte_bailey_doctor
Tue Feb 18 2025
The ten pence coin in the United Kingdom has undergone a change in its minting material over the years.
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Carolina
Tue Feb 18 2025
Initially, this coin was minted from cupro-nickel, which is a composition of 75% copper and 25% nickel.
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Valentina
Tue Feb 18 2025
This alloy was chosen for its durability and resistance to tarnishing, making it suitable for coinage.
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