20 Escudos (Pattern) 1970 front 20 Escudos (Pattern) 1970 back
20 Escudos (Pattern) 1970 photo
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20 Escudos Pattern

1970 year
Copper-nickel - -
Description
Issuer
Portugal
Period
Second Republic (1926-1974)
Type
Pattern
Year
1970
Value
20 Escudos (20&nbspPTE)
Currency
Escudo (1911-2001)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#107470
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
20$00
1970
ENSAIO
AMÉRICO GRAV.

Edge

Plain or reeded

Interesting fact

The Pattern 20 Escudos coin was designed by the Portuguese artist, José de Almada Negreiros, who was known for his modernist style and his contributions to the development of modern Portuguese art. The coin features a unique and striking design, with a stylized portrait of a woman on one side and a sailing ship on the other, symbolizing Portugal's rich history and culture.