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20 Réis
| Bronze (Cu 950‰, Sn 40‰ Zn 10‰) | 6.9 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Brazil |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic of the United States of Brazil (1889-1967) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1889-1912 |
| Value | 20 Réis |
| Currency | Real (1799-1942) |
| Composition | Bronze (Cu 950‰, Sn 40‰ Zn 10‰) |
| Weight | 6.9 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#9634 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
20 RÉIS
VINTEM POUPADO, VINTEM GANHO
Translation:
20 Réis
Vintem saved, Vintem won
( Vintem is how people called the 20 Reis coin )
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Réis 1889-1912 coin from Brazil is that it was designed by the Brazilian artist and sculptor, Rodolfo Bernardelli. He was a prominent artist of the time and his work can be seen in various museums and public spaces throughout Brazil. The coin features an image of the Brazilian emperor, Pedro II, on one side and the coat of arms of Brazil on the other. The use of bronze in the coin's composition was a common practice during this time period, as it was a durable and cost-effective material for coin production.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1889 | 630000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1893 | 250000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1894 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1895 | 2118000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1896 | 490000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1897 | 273000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1898 | 300000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1899 | 1065000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1900 | 1718000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1901 | 713000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1904 | 850000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1905 | 1075000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1906 | 215000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1908 | 4558000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1909 | 1215000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1910 | 828000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1911 | 1545000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1912 | 480000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Réis 1889-1912 coin.
