Mexican 10 Centavos 2006 (Stainless Steel): What It's Worth
Prices updated: August 2026
Centavos stainless steel 2006.
Centavos stainless steel 2006.
Design
Banxico
Reverse
Reverse: the value "10¢" in a hexagonal field, with the year at the top and the mint mark "Mo" below, framed by a band of stylized solar rays inspired by the Sun Stone (Aztec Calendar). It shows no building or portrait.
Obverse
Obverse with the Mexican National Coat of Arms and the legend "ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS" per official convention. Struck by the Mexican Mint under Banxico decree.
How much is the Mexican 10 Centavos 2006 (Stainless Steel): What It's Worth worth?
The market value of the Mexican 10 Centavos 2006 (Stainless Steel): What It's Worth is not yet documented with enough data to give a firm range. Weigh and measure your piece, compare it against the specifications, and check the forum for a second opinion.
The real price depends on four factors: the grade of preservation (a circulated piece is worth the low end of the range; an uncirculated one, or one still in its official blister pack, the high end), the finish (satin vs mirror/proof), the rarity within the series based on the mintage, and the metal spot price on the day of the deal when the piece is silver or gold. Check the value-by-grade table above and compare with equivalent pieces before buying or selling.
Where to buy or sell this coin?
Browse the national directory of numismatic shops or the community forum to trade directly with other collectors.
Description
If you found a Mexican 10 centavos coin dated 2006, here is the honest answer: in circulated condition it is worth its face value, about half a US cent. Mexico struck 473,261,000 of them that year, one of the highest mintages in the whole series. Only pristine uncirculated examples earn a small collector premium, and even then we are talking a dollar or two, not a fortune.
Quick answer: is it worth anything?
This is a pure circulation coin, not silver, not gold, not rare. The value breaks down like this:
- Worn or circulated: face value only. 10 centavos is one tenth of a Mexican peso, so at current exchange rates that is roughly half a US cent.
- Uncirculated (high MS grade): a modest collector premium, usually a few dollars at most.
There is no version of this specific 2006 date that commands hundreds or thousands of dollars. Sites that suggest otherwise are chasing clicks. The 2006 issue is simply too common.
What the coin actually is
The 10 centavos ("centavos" are the Mexican equivalent of cents) belongs to the stainless steel family Mexico minted from 1992 to 2009, during what collectors call the nuevos pesos (new pesos) era. Cataloged as KM 547, the specs are fixed:
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Metal | Stainless steel |
| Weight | 2.08 grams |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Edge | Plain (smooth) |
| Mint mark | "Mo" (Mexico City Mint) |
| 2006 mintage | 473,261,000 |
The front (obverse) carries the National Coat of Arms, the eagle perched on a cactus devouring a serpent, with the legend "ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS" (the United Mexican States, the country's formal name). The back (reverse) is the side most people recognize: the value "10¢" inside a hexagonal field, the year above, and the mint mark "Mo" below, framed by a band of stylized sun rays taken from the Aztec Sun Stone.
Why it isn't rare
Rarity drives coin value, and this date has none. Nearly half a billion pieces from a single year means survivors are everywhere: in change jars, dealer bulk lots, and inherited coin boxes across Mexico and the US. A coin's value comes from real scarcity, demand, grade, and metal content. The 2006 10 centavos misses on all four. Its stainless steel content has no bullion value, so there is no melt floor either.
What "Mo" means
The "Mo" under the value is the mint mark of the Casa de Moneda de México, the Mexico City Mint, which struck the coin. It is standard on Mexican coinage and does not make your piece special.
How to check what yours is worth
- Assess condition. A truly uncirculated coin has no wear on the high points, full luster, and no scratches. If it looks like it spent years in circulation, it is worth face value.
- Confirm the date and metal. It should read 2006, be attracted to a magnet (stainless steel is magnetic), and weigh about 2.08 grams.
- Compare with the full series. Some dates and mint states carry small premiums. Browse the complete stainless steel 10 centavos series to see how 2006 stacks up.
Where to sell (and honest expectations)
Because this is such a common date, most dealers will not pay above face value unless your coin is genuinely uncirculated or third-party certified (NGC/PCGS). If you still want to sell, start with the numismatic shop directory to reach buyers. For context on the broader coinage of this period, see our overview of the new pesos era.
Got a box of inherited Mexican coins and not sure which ones actually matter? Post clear photos of the whole lot in the Pesoteca forum and we will help you spot the keepers from the face-value pieces.
Historical context
This 10 centavos piece of 2006 belongs to family B without the N$ prefix issued by Banxico. The 10 centavos is the most used fractional step in Mexico. They appear when paying cash bills with an odd price and as change in supermarkets, tortillerias and pharmacies. Its national eagle + denomination + year face is one of the most familiar to the everyday Mexican.
Stainless steel made it resistant to corrosion and cheap to mint. The piece replaced the copper-nickel that previous generations had in the old peso system.
In 2006 annual inflation closed at 4.1% according to INEGI and the average exchange rate was 10.90 pesos per dollar according to Banxico's FIX. Most disputed presidential election of recent times: Calderon won by 0.56% over Lopez Obrador. The country was left polarized and the price of oil reached an average of 58 dollars per barrel. The country was under the Presidency of Vicente Fox Quesada (PAN).
Catalog reference: KM#547. The piece is part of the official Banxico Numismatic Collection catalog and follows the convention of the PSM System, one ID per distinct physical piece, not per design shared with other years of the same series.
This piece belongs to the era
Nuevos Pesos y actualidad →Explore all the Mexican coins of this era, their historical context and how they connect to the monetary system of the period.
Value range of this piece
Value range without enough data for this piece.
See the full breakdown by grade (VG, F, VF, EF, AU, MS-60, MS-63, MS-65) for the whole series →
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a 2006 Mexican 10 centavos coin worth?
In circulated condition it is worth face value, about half a US cent at current exchange rates. Only uncirculated, well-preserved examples in high MS grade earn a small collector premium, usually a dollar or two at most.
Is the 2006 10 centavos rare?
No. Mexico struck 473,261,000 pieces in 2006, one of the highest mintages in the series. It is extremely common, so its interest is historical rather than financial.
How can I tell if my 2006 10 centavos is genuine?
It should be stainless steel (magnetic), weigh about 2.08 grams, measure 17 mm across, and have a plain edge. The reverse shows "10¢" in a hexagonal field with the year above and the mint mark "Mo" below. It is cataloged as KM 547.
Where can I sell a 2006 10 centavos coin?
Because the date is so common, most dealers will not pay above face value unless the coin is uncirculated or certified. If you want to try, use the Pesoteca numismatic shop directory to contact buyers.
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