20 Guaraníes (Ñandutí) 2012 front 20 Guaraníes (Ñandutí) 2012 back
20 Guaraníes (Ñandutí) 2012 photo
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20 Guaraníes Ñandutí

2012 year
Silver (.925) 27 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Paraguay
Issuing bank
Central Bank of Paraguay (Banco Central del Paraguay)
Period
Republic (1811-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2012
Value
20 Guaraníes 20 PYG = USD 0.0026
Currency
Guarani (1944-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
27 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#55489
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Design embroidered on center with 20 on the left

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ENCUENTRO DE DOS MUNDOS
VIGESIMO ANIVERSARIO SERIE IBEROAMERICANA
20 NANDUTI
GUARANIES

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Estimated value: USD 50




https://www.bcp.gov.py/monedas-conmemorativas-i582

In the catalogs of Krause Publications this coin is mistakenly called "20 centimos", though all the description is correct.

Ñandutí is a traditional Paraguayan embroidered lace. The name means "spider web" in Guaraní, the official, indigenous language of Paraguay.

Interesting fact

The 20 Guaraníes (Ñandutí) coin from Paraguay, made of Silver (.925) and weighing 27g, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Ñandutí, a traditional Paraguayan textile art form that is recognized by its intricate lace patterns. The reverse side features the coat of arms of Paraguay, surrounded by the inscription "República del Paraguay" (Republic of Paraguay). This coin is a beautiful representation of Paraguay's history and culture, making it a fascinating collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.