1973 HONDURAS 20 CENTAVOS DE LEMPIRA COPPER

Updated August 20, 2026

1973 HONDURAS 20 CENTAVOS DE LEMPIRA COPPER 1973 Honduras 20 Centavos de Lempira Copper-Nickel Coin KM# 81 This 1973 Honduras 20 Centavos de Lempira is a sharp example of Central American coinage featuring the iconic portrait of the Lenca ruler Lempira. The obverse displays the Honduran coat of arms surrounded by the legend REPUBLICA DE HONDURAS and the 1973 date. The reverse features the profile of Chief Lempira, for whom the national currency is named, with the denomination 20 CENTAVOS DE LEMPIRA clearly struck. This specific copper-nickel composition coin is identified by the catalog number KM# 81 and presents with strong circulated details, housed in a protective 2x2 cardboard flip for preservation. As a standard circulation strike from the early 1970s, it represents a key piece of Honduran monetary history and remains a popular collectible for those specializing in Latin American numismatics. 1973 Honduras 20 Centavos de Lempira Copper-Nickel Coin KM# 81 Lempira Portrait Condition: This circulated coin displays visible wear consistent with an About Uncirculated or Extremely Fine grade, featuring sharp details on the central coat of arms and the portrait of Lempira. The surfaces show minor toning and light handling marks but maintain clear inscriptions and a distinct reeded edge. Struck in copper-nickel at the Royal Mint in Llantrisant, Wales, this business strike issue represents the national currency of Honduras during a period of economic transition in the 1970s. The obverse features the Honduran coat of arms with the date 1973, while the reverse depicts the profile of Lempira, the 16th-century indigenous leader of the Lenca people who resisted Spanish conquest. This specimen is housed in a protective 2x2 cardboard flip labeled with its KM catalog number. Honduras, coin, 20 centavos, lempira, 1973, numismatics, currency, coin collecting, Republic of Honduras, obverse, reverse, coin holder, KM# 81, Lempira (cacique) Honduras coins, 1973 20 Centavos, Lempira currency, Republica de Honduras coin, Central American numismatics, vintage world coins, 20 Centavos de Lempira, collectible currency, rare coins, 1970s Honduran money IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expre

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