© Monge da Silva (CC0)
© Monge da Silva (CC0)
20 Centavos
1971 year| Bronze | 1.84 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|
| Period | Overseas province of Portugal (1951-1975) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1971 |
| Value | 20 Centavos (0.20) |
| Currency | Escudo (1914-1974) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.84 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#321192 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPÚBLICA · PORTUGUESA
20
CENTAVOS
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 20 Centavos 1971 coin from São Tomé and Príncipe features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a traditional Portuguese ship, known as a "carrack," which was used for navigation and trade in the 15th and 16th centuries. This design was chosen to commemorate the country's history and cultural heritage, as São Tomé and Príncipe was a Portuguese colony from 1470 to 1975.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | 750000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Centavos 1971 coin.
