10 Centimes (Economat des Mines) ND front 10 Centimes (Economat des Mines) ND back
10 Centimes (Economat des Mines) ND photo
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10 Centimes (Economat des Mines) ND

 
Brass - 26.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Commune of Ouenza (Department of Constantine)
Issuing entity
Ouenza Mines
Type
Token
Value
10 Centimes (0.10)
Currency
Franc (1848-1959)
Composition
Brass
Diameter
26.5 mm
Shape
Round with a round hole
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#258270
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: 10 CES.

Interesting fact

This coin was used as a form of currency in the Commune of Ouenza, which was a mining community in the Department of Constantine, Algeria, during the early 20th century. The coin was made of brass, a metal that was abundant in the region due to its rich mineral deposits. The coin's design features the symbol of the Economat des Mines, which was the local mining company that issued the currency. The Token 10 Centimes was used for small transactions and was a vital part of the local economy, allowing miners and their families to purchase essential goods and services. Despite its small denomination, this coin holds significant historical value as a symbol of the region's rich mining history and its impact on the local community.