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10 Centimes - City of Montreal France
| Aluminium | 1.3 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Commune of Montréal (Department of Aude) |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1917-1919 |
| Value | 10 Centimes (0.10) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#29459 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Face value and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
10c=
1919
Unabridged legend: 10 centimes
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
The 10 Centimes coin from the City of Montreal (France) 1917-1919 was made of aluminum, which was a unusual choice for coins at that time. Most coins were made of traditional metals like copper, silver, or gold, but the use of aluminum was a nod to the city's industrial history and its connection to the aluminum industry. In fact, the city of Montreal was home to one of the world's largest aluminum producers at the time, and the use of aluminum in the coin was seen as a way to promote the local industry.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Centimes - City of Montreal (France) 1917-1919 coin.
