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20 Balboas Reversion of the Panama Canal
2016 year| Silver (.9999) (Selective Gold Plating) | 31.39 g | 38 mm |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#298656 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
People celebrating below Panamanian flag, value above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VEINTE BALBOAS
1999 REVERSIÓN DEL CANAL DE PANAMÁ
Translation:
Twenty Balboas
1999 Reversion of the Panama Canal
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Balboas (Reversion of the Panama Canal) 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 portrait of Vasco Nunez de Balboa, a Spanish explorer who was the first European to see the Pacific Ocean from Panama, while the reverse side depicts a stylized image of the Panama Canal, highlighting its importance as a vital trade route. The coin's selective gold plating and high-quality silver material make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
