20 Piso Independence

発行体 Philippines
年号 2023
種類 Non-circulating coin
額面 20 Pesos (20 piso)
通貨 Piso (1967-date)
材質 Nordic gold
重量 15 g
直径 34 mm
厚さ
形状 Round
製造技法 Milled, Colored
向き Medal alignment ↑↑
彫刻師
流通終了年
参考文献 KM#317
表面の説明 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.
表面の文字体系 Latin
表面の銘文 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.)
裏面の説明 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.
裏面の文字体系 Latin
裏面の銘文 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.)
Reeded
鋳造所 (PI)
BSP Security Plant Complex,Quezon City, Philippines (1975-date)
鋳造数 2023 PI - -
Numisquare ID 5007240030
追加情報

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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