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20 Cents
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 8.23 g | 26.92 mm |
| Issuer | Sierra Leone |
|---|---|
| President | Siaka Stevens (1971-1985) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1978-1984 |
| Value | 20 Cents (0.20 SLL) |
| Currency | Leone (1964-2023) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 8.23 g |
| Diameter | 26.92 mm |
| Thickness | 1.64 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2024 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#10760 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
Dr. Siaka Stevens
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITY · FREEDOM · JUSTICE
Dr. SIAKA STEVENS
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1978-1984 Sierra Leone 20 Cents coin is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional Sierra Leonean mask, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of a rice stalk, which is a symbol of fertility and prosperity in Sierra Leonean culture. This design was created by the renowned British artist and coin designer, Christopher Ironside, who is known for his work on various coins and medals for different countries.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | 2375000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1984 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Cents 1978-1984 coin.
