20 Cents


Silver (.680)	5.4 g	26 mm

Description

Issuer	French Indochina
Period	Third Republic (1870-1940)
Type	Standard circulation coin
Years	1921-1937
Value	20 Cents (20 centièmes) (0.20&nbspICFP)
Currency	Piastre (1880-1952)
Composition	Silver (.680)
Weight	5.4 g
Diameter	26 mm
Thickness	1.3 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized	Yes
Updated	2024-10-04

References

Numista	N#10064
Rarity index	12%

Reverse

Denomination within wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
INDO-CHINE FRANÇAISE
20
CENT.
TITRE 0.680.POIDS 5GR.4

Translation:
French Indochina
0.680 purity, 5.4 grams

Engraver: Jean-Auguste Barre

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Cents 1921-1937 coin from French Indochina is that it was designed by the French sculptor and engraver, Lucien Bazor. The coin features an image of a dragon on one side and the French Republic's coat of arms on the other. Bazor was known for his work on various coins and medals during the early 20th century, and his design for this coin was particularly notable for its intricate details and symbolism. The dragon was chosen as a symbol of good luck and prosperity in Vietnamese culture, while the French Republic's coat of arms represented the colonial power's influence over Indochina. The coin's unique design and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.

Price

Date	Mintage	VG	F	VF	XF	AU	UNC
1921 A	3663000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1922 A	5812000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1923 A	7109000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1924 A	1400000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1925 A	2556000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1927 A	3245000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1928 A	794000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1929 A	644000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1930 A	5576000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1937	17500000	-	-	-	-	-	-