200 Centavos

2017 year


Bimetallic: brass centre in copper-nickel ring	8.46 g	25.5 mm

Description

Issuer	Timor-Leste › Timor-Leste (2002-date)
Period	Republic (2002-date)
Type	Standard circulation coin
Year	2017
Value	200 Centavos
Currency	US dollar (2003-date)
Composition	Bimetallic: brass centre in copper-nickel ring
Weight	8.46 g
Diameter	25.5 mm
Thickness	2.2 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated	2024-10-08

References

Numista	N#121795
Rarity index	25%

Reverse

Denomination
Below: Kaibauk representation (Crescent Ornamentation)
Circle: Tais pattern along border

Script: Latin

Lettering:
200
centavos

Edge

Segmented reeding

Comment

Kaibauk representation (Crescent Ornamentation):
Kaibauk represent the moon and one of the symbols of power normally used by Timorese men

Interesting fact

The 200 Centavos coin from Timor-Leste features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. On one side, the coin features the national emblem of Timor-Leste, which includes a traditional Timorese house, a cross, and a crescent moon, symbolizing the country's diverse cultural influences. On the other side, the coin features an image of a traditional Timorese fisherman, highlighting the country's strong maritime traditions and reliance on fishing as a source of livelihood. The coin's bimetallic design, with a brass center in a copper-nickel ring, adds to its unique appearance and makes it stand out among other coins.

Price

Date	Mintage	VG	F	VF	XF	AU	UNC
2017 BCTL		-	-	-	-	-	-

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 200 Centavos 2017 coin.