20 Centavos (José San Martin) 1950 front 20 Centavos (José San Martin) 1950 back
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20 Centavos José San Martin

1950 year
Copper-nickel 4 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Argentina
Period
Federal Republic (1861-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1950
Value
20 Centavos (0.20&nbspARM)
Currency
Peso moneda nacional (1881-1969)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
4 g
Diameter
21 mm
Thickness
1.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1 January 1970
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#4577
Rarity index
8%

Reverse

Portrait of José de San Martín to the right

Script: Latin

Lettering: JOSÉ DE SAN MARTÍN

Engraver: Mario Baiardi

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

The 1950 Argentine 20 Centavos coin featuring José San Martin is notable for its unique design, which features a portrait of San Martin on the obverse (front side) and a depiction of the Andes Mountains on the reverse (back side). This design was created by the Argentine artist and sculptor, José Fioravanti, and it was meant to symbolize the country's rich history and natural beauty.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1950  86770000 - - - - - -

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