20 Balboas (A Century Uniting the World) 2016 front 20 Balboas (A Century Uniting the World) 2016 back
20 Balboas (A Century Uniting the World) 2016 photo
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20 Balboas A Century Uniting the World

2016 year
Silver (.9999) (Selective Gold Plating) 31.39 g 38 mm
Description
Issuer
Panama
Period
Republic (1903-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2016
Value
20 Balboas 20 PAB = USD 20
Currency
Balboa (1904-date)
Composition
Silver (.9999) (Selective Gold Plating)
Weight
31.39 g
Diameter
38 mm
Thickness
3.15 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#298661
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Stylized map of the Americas, value above

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VEINTE BALBOAS
100 años
CANAL DE PANAMÁ
1914-2014 UN SIGLO UNIENDO AL MUNDO

Translation:
Twenty Balboas
100 years
Panama Canal
1914-2014 A century uniting the world

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Balboas (A Century Uniting the World) 2016 coin from Panama is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of the Panamanian Isthmus, along with the dates 1914 and 2014, which represent the centennial anniversary of the Panama Canal. The reverse side of the coin features a stunning image of a ship passing through the canal, with the words "A Century Uniting the World" inscribed above it. This coin is truly a work of art, and its unique design makes it a valuable collector's item for anyone interested in numismatics or Panamanian history.