Reverse In the central part, a large number 10 on the right, with the inscription 'CENTAVOS' below it – 'ten centavos'. A branch curves around the left side.
Obverse Around the edge of the coin are decorative raised dots. In the upper part, following the curve of the coin's edge, is the Spanish text 'REPUBLICA PERUANA', translating to 'Peruvian Republic'. The year of mintage, 1960, is at the bottom. In the central part is a right-facing female profile.