20 Balboas Saint Mary, The Antique
2019 year| Silver (.999) (Selective Gold Plating) | 34.4 g | 38.1 mm |
| Issuer | Panama |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1903-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2019 |
| Value | 20 Balboas 20 PAB = USD 20 |
| Currency | Balboa (1904-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) (Selective Gold Plating) |
| Weight | 34.4 g |
| Diameter | 38.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#306807 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The Sacred Heart Cathedral (Cathedral Basilica of St. Mary) in Panama City is a Catholic temple located in the old town of Panama City. It was consecrated in 1796, although construction work began in 1688, 108 years earlier. The cathedral is the episcopal seat of the Archdiocese of Panama.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CATEDRAL BASÍLICA SANTA MARÍA LA ANTIGUA
JMJ PANAMÁ
2019
Translation:
Cathedral Basilica Saint Mary The Antique
(JMJ=Jornada Mundial de la Juventud) World Youth Day Panama
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Balboas (Saint Mary, The Antique) 2019 coin from Panama is that it features a unique combination of silver and gold plating. The coin is made of .999 silver, but selectively plated with gold, creating a striking contrast between the two metals. This design element adds an extra layer of visual interest to the coin, making it stand out from other coins in its series.
