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20 Centavos
| Silver (.900) (Copper .100) | 2.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Honduras |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1862-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1931-1958 |
| Value | 20 Centavos 0.20 HNL = USD 0.0080 |
| Currency | Lempira (1931-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) (Copper .100) |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#3013 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Portrait of Lempira
Script: Latin
Lettering:
20 CENTAVOS DE LEMPIRA
0.900
Translation: 20 Centavos de a Lempara
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The currency of Honduras is named after Lempira, a chieftain of the indigenous Lenca people, who waged war against Spanish occupation of the country during 16th century. He is revered as a national hero.These coins were introduced in 1931 to supplement the circulation of , as they were the same value at the time. United States coins gradually left circulation over the next decade. Due to a shortage of national currency in 1943, Dimes were imported to circulate alongside these pieces.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1931-1958 Honduran 20 Centavos coin is that it was made of a unique alloy of 90% silver and 10% copper, which gives it a distinctive color and durability compared to other coins of its time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1932 | 750000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1951 | 1500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1952 | 2500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1958 | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Centavos 1931-1958 coin.
