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20 Centimes FAO
1972 year| Nickel brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Nickel) | 4 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Algeria |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Democratic Republic (1962-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1972 |
| Value | 20 Centimes (0.20 DZD) |
| Currency | Dinar (1964-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Nickel) |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#1749 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 6% |
Reverse
A cornucopia
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1972
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Algeria's independence from France, which was achieved in 1962 after a long and bloody war. The coin's design features a stylized image of a farmer and a worker, symbolizing the country's agricultural and industrial development, and the FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization) logo, highlighting Algeria's commitment to food security and sustainable development.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | 20000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Centimes (FAO) 1972 coin.
