Foreign Coins Struck at US Mints 1876 - present
1945 D 20 Centavos


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Set Details
Coin Description:
Grade: NGC MS 64
Owner: Charles Stevens
 
Set Category: World Coins
Set Name: Foreign Coins Struck at US Mints 1876 - present
Slot Name: 1945 D 20 Centavos
Research: See NGC's Census Report for this Coin

Owner's Description

Mintage 1,800,000, Minted in Philadelphia. - Very scarce coin this nice. This is a beautiful example, a very high grade MS-64. Coat of Arms for Panama. Top left section displays a sword and gun which represents the abandonment of war and/or civil strife. Top right section displays a shovel and hoe which represents Industry and hard work. Center Section displays the Isthmus with the sea and sky Bottom Left displays a cornucopia representing the wealth of the country Bottom right shows the winged wheel, a symbol of progress The eagle is an emblem of sovereignty and the silver tape held by the eagle's beak is inscribed with the motto "Pro Mundi Beneficio" This motto was change for a 5 year period beginning in 1941 to Justice, Honor and Freedom, but was returned to "Pro Mundi Beneficio" in 1946. The stars represent the provinces in the Republic.

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