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1972 Twenty Balboas Simon Bolivar Silver Proof Panamanian Coin

1972 Twenty Balboas Simon Bolivar Silver Proof Panamanian Coin Boxed

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Buy a 1972 20 Balboas Silver Proof

Large sterling silver proof 1972 20 Balboas Panamanian coin from the first year of issue. When they were struck, these 129.59 grams coins were the world's largest legal tender silver coins. They are a commemorative issue, produced by the Franklin Mint and offered in a fitted card case with a dated certificate. The 1972 proof strike features a portrait of South American politician and military leader Simon Bolivar to one side. The other features the coat of arms of Panama and the denomination. The Balboa is one of the official currencies of Panama, alongside the United States Dollar and takes its name from the Spanish conquistador, Vasco Núñez de Balboa. 20 Balboas were minted annually between 1972 and 1976 in proof and matt finishes. Our pre-owned 20 Balboa coins from 1972 are in good condition for older 925 silver coins, as represented by the images on this page.
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Description Specification Summary

Sterling silver proof Panama 20 Balboas coin in the original presentation packaging with a Franklin Mint certificate.

Panama 20 Balboas Obverse Design

Panamanian coat of arms with 'REPUBLICA DE PANAMA' above and '20 BALBOAS' below. A small inscription beneath the shield identifies the mint and the composition: 'LEY 0.925 FM'.

Reverse Of Panamanian 20 Balboas

Portrait of Simon Bolivar, facing half right with 'SIMON BOLIVAR 1783-1830' around above at the date (1972) below.

Panama 20 Balboas Specification

A large coin, struck in 139.59 grams of 925 sterling silver with a proof finish and measuring 61.00 millimetres in diameter. Edge: milled. Face value: 20 Panamanian Balboas.

Panamanian Coin In Original Box

These commemorative Panama coins, produced by the Franklin Mint, are part of a limited issue of 48,000. Ours are offered in the original fitted card box, which includes a clear capsule and a dated certificate of authenticity.

Buy Pre-Owned Panama Silver Coins

The images on this page are stock photos and represent the type, condition, and packaging of the coin you will receive. Our pre-owned coins may show signs of toning or milk spots, which are natural processes that impact older silver proof coins.

Frequently Asked Questions

Panamanian 20 Balboas coins weigh 129.59 grams and are made from .925 sterling silver. At one point, they were the heaviest silver legal tender coins on the market and are sought by collectors today.