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20 Centavos
1970 year| Bronze | 2.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Timor-Leste › Portuguese Timor (1910-1975) |
|---|---|
| Period | Overseas province of Portugal (1951-1974) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1970 |
| Value | 20 Centavos (0.20 TPE) |
| Currency | Escudo (1958-1976) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#10332 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
20 CENTAVOS
REPUBLICA·PORTUGUESA
Translation: Republic of Portugal
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1970 Timor-Leste 20 Centavos coin is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional Timorese boat, known as a "sampan," while the reverse side features a stylized image of a coffee tree, which was a major export crop for the country at the time. The coin's design was created by the Portuguese artist, António dos Santos, and it has become a distinctive symbol of Timor-Leste's national identity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Centavos 1970 coin.
