20 Centavos (1962 - 1971)
Country
Government
Currency
Features
| Denomination | 20 Centavos |
| Catalog Number | KM# 16 |
| Weight (g) | 2.5 |
| Diameter (mm) | 18 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Bronze |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Orientation | Coin orientation ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Lettering:
S. TOMÉ·E·PRÍNCIPE
1962
Description:
The coat of arms (1951-1975), name of country above, date below.
S. TOMÉ·E·PRÍNCIPE
1962
Description:
The coat of arms (1951-1975), name of country above, date below.
Reverse
Lettering:
REPÚBLICA · PORTUGUESA
20
CENTAVOS
Description:
Denomination in the center.
REPÚBLICA · PORTUGUESA
20
CENTAVOS
Description:
Denomination in the center.
Edge
Description:
Smooth
Smooth
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | 250,000 | KM#16.1 (larger Type 18mm) 2.5g | Common |
| 1971 | 750,000 | KM#16.2 (smaller Type 16mm) 1.84g | Common |