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© Ma collection de monnaies
20 Euro Cents 1st map
| Nordic gold (89% Copper, 5% Aluminium, 5% Zinc, 1% Tin) | 5.74 g | 22.25 mm |
| Issuer | Ireland |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1937-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2002-2006 |
| Value | 20 Euro Cents 0.20 EUR = USD 0.22 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Nordic gold (89% Copper, 5% Aluminium, 5% Zinc, 1% Tin) |
| Weight | 5.74 g |
| Diameter | 22.25 mm |
| Thickness | 2.14 mm |
| Shape | Spanish flower |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#125 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 4% |
Reverse
A map, next to the face value, symbolizes the gathering of the fifteen nations of the European Union
Script: Latin
Lettering:
20
LL
EURO
CENT
Engraver: Luc Luycx
Edge
Smooth with seven indentations ("Spanish flower")
Interesting fact
The 20 Euro Cents coin from Ireland, made of Nordic gold, has a unique feature - it has a "hidden" security thread. The thread is not visible to the naked eye, but when held under ultraviolet light, it glows, providing an additional layer of authenticity to the coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 25000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2003 | 65000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2004 | 44000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2005 | 55000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2006 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Euro Cents (1st map) 2002-2006 coin.
