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1 Franc Société Anonyme Token Coinage ND
1915 year| Aluminium | 1.52 g | - |
| Location | Grande Comore (notgeld) (Comoro Islands (notgeld)) |
|---|---|
| Issuing company | Société anonyme de la Grande Comore |
| Period | Province of the French Colony of Madagascar (1912-1946) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1915 |
| Value | 1 Franc |
| Currency | Franc (1914-1931) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.52 g |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#114166 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BON DE
1F
REMBOURSABLE
Interesting fact
The Token 1 Franc coin was issued by a private company in France during World War I, when there was a shortage of official currency. The coin was made of aluminum, which was a relatively new material at the time and not commonly used for coinage. Despite its unusual material, the coin was widely accepted and used as a substitute for official currency. This coin is a unique example of how private companies can help alleviate economic challenges during times of crisis.
