20 Cents (FAO; narrow legend) 1977-1984 front 20 Cents (FAO; narrow legend) 1977-1984 back
20 Cents (FAO; narrow legend) 1977-1984 photo
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20 Cents FAO; narrow legend

 
Copper-nickel 11.3 g 28.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Jamaica
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1977-1984
Value
20 Cents (0.20&nbspJMD)
Currency
Dollar (1969-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
11.3 g
Diameter
28.5 mm
Thickness
2.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1995
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#40766
Rarity index
34%

Reverse

Mahoe trees (Talipariti elatum) at centre.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FORESTRY FOR DEVELOPMENT
20
· TWENTY CENTS ·

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1977-1984 Jamaican 20 cents coin featuring the FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization) emblem with a narrow legend is a non-circulating coin that was minted in copper-nickel and weighs 11.3 grams. Despite its relatively small weight, this coin is still considered a valuable collector's item among numismatists due to its limited mintage and unique design.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1977 FM 10000 - - - - - -
1978 FM 6058 - - - - - -
1979 FM 4049 - - - - - -
1980 FM 2688 - - - - - -
1981 FM 1577 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Cents (FAO; narrow legend) 1977-1984 coin.