20 Cents 1987-2022 front 20 Cents 1987-2022 back
20 Cents 1987-2022 photo
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20 Cents

 
Nickel plated steel 3.0 g 19.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Mauritius
Queen
Elizabeth II (1968-1992)
Period
Republic (1992-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1987-2022
Value
20 Cents 0.20 MUR = USD 0.0043
Currency
Rupee (1835-date)
Composition
Nickel plated steel
Weight
3.0 g
Diameter
19.0 mm
Thickness
1.65 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#1836
Rarity index
5%

Reverse

Value within beaded circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
* MAURITIUS *
20
TWENTY·CENTS·1990

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 20 Cents coin from Mauritius features a unique design that showcases the island nation's rich cultural heritage. On one side, the coin features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the other side features a depiction of a traditional Mauritian sailboat, known as a "pirogue," along with the coin's denomination and the year of issue. This design was introduced in 1987 and has remained unchanged until the present day, making it a beloved symbol of Mauritian identity and culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1987  2500 - - - - - -
1990  - - - - - -
1991  - - - - - -
1993  - - - - - -
1994  - - - - - -
1995  - - - - - -
1996  - - - - - -
1999  - - - - - -
2001  - - - - - -
2003  - - - - - -
2004  - - - - - -
2005  - - - - - -
2007  - - - - - -
2010  - - - - - -
2012  - - - - - -
2016  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Cents 1987-2022 coin.