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20 Cents
| Silver (.900) | 5.4431 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | French Cochinchina (Vietnam) |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1879-1885 |
| Value | 20 Cents (20 centièmes) (0.20) |
| Currency | Piastre (1878-1885) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 5.4431 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#11302 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 74% |
Reverse
Denomination within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COCHINCHINE FRANCAISE
20 CENT A
TITRE 0,900 POIDS 5,443
Translation:
French Cochinchina
Weights 0,900 pounds or 5,443 (grams)
Engraver: Jean-Auguste Barre
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of significant cultural and political change in Vietnam. The coin was issued during the French colonial period, when Vietnam was under French rule. This period saw significant changes in Vietnamese society, including the introduction of Western-style education, architecture, and infrastructure. The coin itself represents a blending of French and Vietnamese cultures, as it features French-inspired designs and inscriptions alongside traditional Vietnamese motifs. This coin is a tangible reminder of the complex history and cultural exchange that took place during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1879 A | 350000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1884 A | 320000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1885 A | 100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Cents 1879-1885 coin.
