© Ulmo
© Ulmo
20 Centavos magnetic; larger head; smooth edge
| Nickel clad steel | 4 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Argentina |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal Republic (1861-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1952-1953 |
| Value | 20 Centavos (0.20 ARM) |
| Currency | Peso moneda nacional (1881-1969) |
| Composition | Nickel clad steel |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#8092 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 9% |
Reverse
Jose de San Martín portrait right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: JOSE DE SAN MARTIN
Engraver: Mario Baiardi
Edge
Plain
Comment
Previously KM#23aInteresting fact
The 20 Centavos coin from Argentina, minted between 1952 and 1953, has an interesting feature - it has a magnetic core made of Nickel clad steel. This is unusual for coins, as most coins are made of non-magnetic materials like copper or silver. The use of a magnetic core in this coin was likely intended to make it easier to distinguish from other coins in circulation, or to prevent counterfeiting.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | 12862500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1953 | 36892679 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Centavos (magnetic; larger head; smooth edge) 1952-1953 coin.
