20 Francs 1969-1973 front 20 Francs 1969-1973 back
20 Francs 1969-1973 photo
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20 Francs

 
Aluminium-nickel-bronze (92% Copper, 6% Aluminium, 2% Nickel) 4 g 23.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Réunion › Réunion (1848-date)
Period
Fifth Republic (1958-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1969-1973
Value
20 Francs
Currency
Franc (1816-1965)
Composition
Aluminium-nickel-bronze (92% Copper, 6% Aluminium, 2% Nickel)
Weight
4 g
Diameter
23.5 mm
Thickness
1.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#8063
Rarity index
28%

Reverse

Crowned shield (coat of arms of Saint-Denis de la Réunion) divides value, ribbon below with "PRAETER OMNES ANGULUS RIDET" motto.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REUNION
20 FRS
PRÆTER OMNES ANGULUS RIDET

Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Francs 1969-1973 coin from Réunion is that it features a unique design that reflects the island's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of a local woman wearing a traditional Réunionese headdress, while the reverse side features a scene of a volcano erupting, which is a nod to the island's volcanic landscape. The coin's design was created by French artist and engraver, Pierre Gandon, and it has become a popular collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1969  200000 - - - - - -
1970  200000 - - - - - -
1971  200000 - - - - - -
1972  300000 - - - - - -
1973  550000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Francs 1969-1973 coin.