20 Piso Independence

Emitent Philippines
Rok 2023
Typ Non-circulating coin
Hodnota 20 Pesos (20 piso)
Měna Piso (1967-date)
Složení Nordic gold
Hmotnost 15 g
Průměr 34 mm
Tloušťka
Tvar Round
Technika Milled, Colored
Orientace Medal alignment ↑↑
Rytci
V oběhu do
Reference KM#317
Popis líce Name of the republic, denomination, Barasoain Church, logo of the 125th Anniversary of Philippine Independence and Nationhood. The dodecagonal corner symbolises the 12th of June.
Písmo líce Latin
Opis líce REPUBLIKA NG PILIPINAS 125 20 PISO SIMBAHAN NG BARASOAIN POOK-SINILANGAN NG UNANG REPUBLIKA NG PILIPINAS 25 ENERO 1899 KALAYAAN, KINABUKASAN, KASAYSAYAN
(Translation: Republic of the Philippines. 20 pesos. Barasoain Church Birthplace of the First Philippine Republic. 25 January 1899. Independence, future, history.)
Popis rubu Arched text of the Lupang Hinirang, BSP logo, and the text 125th Anniversary of Philippine Independence and Nationhood. The dodecagonal corner symbolises the 12th of June.
Písmo rubu Latin
Opis rubu SA DAGAT AT BUNDOK SA SIMOY AT SA LANGIT MONG BUGHAW MAY DILAG ANG TULA AT AWIT SA PAGLAYANG MINAMAHAL ANG KISLAP NG WATAWAT MO’Y TAGUMPAY NA NAGNININGNING ANG BITUIN AT ARAW NIYA, KAILAN PA MA’Y ‘DI NAGDIDILIM 125TH ANNIVERSARY OF PHILIPPINE INDEPENDENCE AND NATIONHOOD BANGKO SENTRAL NG PILIPINAS 2023
(Translation: On the sea and the mountains to the breath and your blue sky The poem has beauty and song of beloved liberation The sparkle of your flag is a success shining The star and its sun, that never darkens. Central Bank of the Philippines.)
Hrana Reeded
Mincovna (PI)
BSP Security Plant Complex,Quezon City, Philippines (1975-date)
Náklad 2023 PI - -
ID Numisquare 5007240030
Další informace

Historical Context: The 2023 20 Piso Independence coin (KM#317), issued by the Philippines, is a key piece in the nation's contemporary numismatic series. As part of the New Generation Currency (NGC) program, this denomination replaced its banknote equivalent, improving durability for circulation. The "Independence" theme reflects the Philippines' enduring national sovereignty and rich history of self-determination. Circulating during President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.'s administration, it symbolizes continuity in national identity through its modern coinage.

Artistry: Designed by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) team, the 2023 20 Piso showcases modern numismatic artistry. The obverse features a distinguished, contemporary portrait of Manuel L. Quezon, the first president of the Commonwealth of the Philippines. The reverse beautifully depicts the Sumpa flower (Medinilla magnifica), a striking endemic plant, alongside the official BSP logo and denomination. This blend of historical tribute and natural heritage creates a visually appealing, distinctly Filipino design, characteristic of the NGC series.

Technical/Grading: Struck in Nordic gold (15 grams, 34 millimeters), this coin demonstrates excellent technical qualities typical of modern minting. High-points susceptible to wear include Quezon's hair and facial features, and the delicate petals of the Sumpa flower. Well-struck examples exhibit sharp, crisp details across both obverse and reverse. Original mint luster, often a cartwheel effect, is expected on uncirculated specimens, indicating a strong, even strike and full definition.

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