20 Euro Cents 1st Map, Reverse Mule

Emitent Eurozone
Rok 1999-2007
Typ Coin pattern
Hodnota 20 Cents
Měna Euro (2002-date)
Složení Nordic gold
Hmotnost 5.74 g
Průměr 22.25 mm
Tloušťka 2.14 mm
Tvar Spanish flower
Technika Milled
Orientace Medal alignment ↑↑
Rytci Luc Luycx
V oběhu do
Reference
Popis líce Map, next to the face value, symbolizing the gathering of the fifteen nations of the European Union
Písmo líce Latin
Opis líce 20 LL EURO CENT
Popis rubu Map, next to the face value, symbolizing the gathering of the fifteen nations of the European Union
Písmo rubu Latin
Opis rubu 20 LL EURO CENT
Hrana Smooth with seven indentations
Mincovna
Náklad ND (1999-2007) - -
ID Numisquare 6743109020
Další informace

Historical Context: The 20 Euro Cents coin, part of the initial Eurozone coinage (1999-2007), marks a pivotal moment in European integration: the establishment of a unified currency. This era, overseen by the European Central Bank, symbolized unprecedented cooperation. The "Reverse Mule" designation for this coin highlights a significant production anomaly from the nascent stages of Euro minting, underscoring the complexities and quality control challenges of coordinating currency production across multiple national mints during this historic transition.

Artistry: The common reverse, featuring the "1st Map" design, was conceived by Belgian artist Luc Luycx. His modern, cartographic style depicted the European Union prior to the 20

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