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20 Centavos
Bronze | 2.9 g | 20.3 mm |
Issuer | Mozambique |
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Period | Colony of the Portuguese Empire (1910-1951) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1949-1950 |
Value | 20 Centavos (0.20) |
Currency | Escudo (1911-1974) |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 2.9 g |
Diameter | 20.3 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#14036 |
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Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
Value in center, legend surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPÚBLICA PORTUGUESA
20 CENTAVOS
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 20 Centavos coin from Mozambique was designed by the Portuguese artist, José de Almada Negreiros, who was also a prominent painter, sculptor, and writer. The coin features a portrait of the Mozambican revolutionary leader, Eduardo Mondlane, who played a key role in the country's struggle for independence from Portugal. The coin's design is a nod to Mozambique's rich history and cultural heritage, and it continues to be a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1949 | 8000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
1950 | 12500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Centavos 1949-1950 coin.