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1 Centime - Norodom I ND
| Brass | 2 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Cambodia |
|---|---|
| King | Norodom (1860-1904) |
| Type | Token |
| Years | 1875-1904 |
| Value | 1 Centime (0.01) |
| Currency | Franc (1860-1953) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#58301 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Lettering:
*ROYAUME DU CAMBODGE*
1 CENTIME
Edge
Plain
Comment
diameter: 19 mm according to "Monnaies et jetons des Colonies Françaises -Jean Lecompte", VICTOR GADOURY editions 200726 mm according to "Standard catalog of world coins 1801-1900" - 7th edition
Interesting fact
The 1 Centime coin from Cambodia, issued during the reign of King Norodom I (1875-1904), features a unique blend of French and Khmer design elements. The obverse side bears the image of the king in a traditional Khmer crown, while the reverse side features the French motto "Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité" (Liberty, Equality, Fraternity) and the coin's denomination in Khmer script. This coin is a rare example of a colonial-era token that incorporates elements of both the colonizing power (France) and the indigenous culture (Cambodia).
