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20 Centavos
1961 year| Bronze (95% Copper, 3% Zinc, 2% Tin) | 2.5 g | 18.2 mm |
| Issuer | Mozambique |
|---|---|
| Period | Overseas province of Portugal (1951-1975) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1961 |
| Value | 20 Centavos (0.20) |
| Currency | Escudo (1911-1974) |
| Composition | Bronze (95% Copper, 3% Zinc, 2% Tin) |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18.2 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#2045 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 9% |
Reverse
Value in center, legend surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPÚBLICA · PORTUGUESA
20
CENTAVOS
Translation: Portuguese Republic
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1961 Mozambique 20 Centavos coin is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of a woman wearing a traditional Mozambican headdress, while the reverse side features a traditional dhow sailboat, which is a common sight in Mozambique's coastal waters. This design was created by the Mozambican artist, Alberto Chissano, and it has become an iconic symbol of Mozambican culture and identity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | 12500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Centavos 1961 coin.
