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20 Cents
| Nickel plated steel | 3.0 g | 19.0 mm |
| 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 |
| 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.