20 Cêntimos 2017 front 20 Cêntimos 2017 back
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20 Cêntimos

2017 year
Copper plated steel 3.3 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
São Tomé and Príncipe
Period
Democratic Republic (1975-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
2017
Value
20 Centimos 0.20 STN = USD 0.0090
Currency
Second Dobra (2018-date)
Composition
Copper plated steel
Weight
3.3 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
1.60 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#130401
Rarity index
22%

Reverse

Cessa bird left, Portuguese lettering.
Value.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VINTE CÊNTIMOS
20
CESSA

Translation:
Twenty centimos
Cessa bird

Edge

Reeded

Comment

São Tomé and Príncipe's currency, the Dobra, has suffered devaluation (3 zeros lost) and a new coin family will enter circulation on january 1st 2018. Five new coins, minted in England

Interesting fact

The 20 Cêntimos coin from São Tomé and Príncipe features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a traditional São Toméan boat, known as a "piroga," which is a symbol of the country's fishing industry and maritime history. On the other side, there is an image of a cocoa tree, which is one of the country's main agricultural products and a significant contributor to its economy. This design not only highlights the country's economic activities but also reflects its rich cultural traditions and history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2017  - - - - - -

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