| Type | Standard circulation coin |
|---|---|
| Years | 1986-2001 |
| Value | 20 Escudos (20 PTE) |
| Currency | Escudo (1911-2001) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (Cu750, Ni250) |
| Weight | 6.9 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.64 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 28 February 2002 |
| Number | N# 1243 |
| References | KM# 634, Gomes# R 52 |