Catalog
| Issuer | Philippines |
|---|---|
| Year | 2023 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Value | 20 Pesos (20 piso) |
| Currency | Piso (1967-date) |
| Composition | Nordic gold |
| Weight | 15 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Thickness | |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Colored |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Engraver(s) | |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) | KM#317 |
| Obverse description | 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. |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering |
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.) |
| Reverse description | 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. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering |
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.) |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Mint |
(PI) BSP Security Plant Complex,Quezon City, Philippines (1975-date) |
| Mintage |
2023 PI - - |
| Numisquare ID | 5007240030 |
| Additional information |
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.