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20 Escudos
1952 year| Silver (.720) | 10 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Guinea-Bissau › Portuguese Guinea (1910-1975) |
|---|---|
| Period | Overseas province of Portugal (1951-1973) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1952 |
| Value | 20 Escudos |
| Currency | Escudo (1914-1975) |
| Composition | Silver (.720) |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1975 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#25724 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 26% |
Reverse
Shield on a lined circle at the center of the cross and the date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLICA·PORTUGUESA
·1952·
Translation:
Portuguese Republic
1952
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1952 Guinea-Bissau 20 Escudos coin is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of António Maria de Alarcón, a Portuguese governor who played a significant role in the colonization of Guinea-Bissau. The reverse side features a traditional Guinean woman wearing a colorful headdress and carrying a basket of fruit, symbolizing the country's rich cultural heritage and agricultural resources. The coin's design was created by the Portuguese artist, José de Almada Negreiros, who was known for his modernist style and his ability to capture the essence of African culture in his artwork.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | 750000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Escudos 1952 coin.