20 Balboas (Simón Bolívar) 1972-1976 front 20 Balboas (Simón Bolívar) 1972-1976 back
20 Balboas (Simón Bolívar) 1972-1976 photo
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20 Balboas Simón Bolívar

 
Silver (.925) 129.59 g 61 mm
Description
Issuer
Panama
Period
Republic (1903-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1972-1976
Value
20 Balboas 20 PAB = USD 20
Currency
Balboa (1904-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
129.59 g
Diameter
61 mm
Thickness
4.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#23893
Rarity index
22%

Reverse

Head Simon Bolivar right

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SIMON BOLIVAR 1783-1830
1975

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 20 Balboas coin featuring Simón Bolívar, issued by Panama from 1972 to 1976, has an interesting feature. It has a unique shape, known as a "scalloped" or "dented" edge, which sets it apart from other coins. This distinctive design was created to prevent counterfeiting and to make the coin easily recognizable.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1972 FM 48000 - - - - - -
1973 FM 74000 - - - - - -
1974 FM 161000 - - - - - -
1975 FM 62000 - - - - - -
1976 FM 22000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Balboas (Simón Bolívar) 1972-1976 coin.