20 Cents - Charles V. Brooke Rajah 1920 front 20 Cents - Charles V. Brooke Rajah 1920 back
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20 Cents - Charles V. Brooke Rajah

1920 year
Billon (.400 silver) 5.43 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Sarawak (British Malaysia)
Raja
Charles Vyner Brooke (1917-1946)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1920
Value
20 Cents (0.20)
Currency
Dollar (1868-1946)
Composition
Billon (.400 silver)
Weight
5.43 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#34031
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Value within circle, date above.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TWENTY · 1920 · CENTS
20

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1920 Charles V. Brooke Rajah 20 Cents coin from Sarawak (British Malaysia) is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of 40% silver and 60% copper. This unique composition was used to create a coin that was both durable and had a distinctive appearance. The use of Billon in coinage was a common practice in the early 20th century, but it has largely been discontinued in modern times. As a result, coins like the 1920 Charles V. Brooke Rajah 20 Cents are now highly sought after by collectors for their historical significance and unique composition.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1920 H 25000 - - - - - -

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