© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
20 Sen - Norodom Suramarit
1959 year| Aluminium-magnesium (95% Aluminium, 5% Magnesium) | 2.2 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Cambodia |
|---|---|
| King | Norodom Suramarit (1955-1960) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1959 |
| Value | 20 Sen (0.20) |
| Currency | First riel (1953-1975) |
| Composition | Aluminium-magnesium (95% Aluminium, 5% Magnesium) |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8269 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
Value within Floral Wreath, legend above, date below
Scripts: Khmer, Latin
Lettering:
ROYAUME DU CAMBODGE
20 SEN
1959
Translation: Kingdom of Cambodia
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Plain
Comment
Mint mark to the right of the dateNorodom Suramarit (Life: 1896-1960) was King of Cambodia 1955 -1960.
Norodom Sihanouk (1922-2012) was King of Cambodia (1st Reign:1941-1955) (2nd reign: 1993-2004).
Interesting fact
The 20 Sen coin from Cambodia, featuring King Norodom Suramarit, has a unique feature - it's made of a distinct alloy, Aluminium-magnesium (95% Aluminium, 5% Magnesium). This blend of metals was chosen for its durability and resistance to corrosion, making it an interesting choice for a circulation coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | 1004000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Sen - Norodom Suramarit 1959 coin.
