Flat panel monitor recommendations

Hi All
I know I can connect a flat panel monitor to my eMac using the mini VGA port via an adapter, but can anybody recommend a decent 20inch flat panel screen as the Apple ones are tad expensive for my pocket :]
Washac

The Apple displays are LG's. The exact same screen from LG is about 300$-350$ and has a beter contrast ratio. You should try going to a computer store (other than Apple) to find the screen that I'm talking about because I dont know the model number.
Chuck
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