20 Centavos (Copper Pattern) 1868 front 20 Centavos (Copper Pattern) 1868 back
20 Centavos (Copper Pattern) 1868 photo
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20 Centavos Copper Pattern

1868 year
Copper - -
Description
Issuer
Bolivia
Period
Republic (1825-2009)
Type
Pattern
Year
1868
Value
20 Centavos (0.20)
Currency
First boliviano (1864-1963)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#287181
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Eagle above value and date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MONEDA EMITIDA EN LA PAZ
C. T.
20 CENTs 1868

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 20 Centavos (Copper Pattern) 1868 from Bolivia made of Copper is a rare and unique coin that was never officially released into circulation. It was minted in 1868 as a trial strike, and only a few samples were produced, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.