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© Poinsignon Numismatique
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10 Centimes - Groupement de Commerçants - Poissy [78] ND
| Zinc | 1.77 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Commune of Poissy (Department of Yvelines) |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 10 Centimes (0.10) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.77 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided, With a round hole) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#392924 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Face value only.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 10
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
The 10 Centimes coin from Poissy is a rare example of a coin that was issued by a local merchant association, rather than a national mint. The Groupement de Commerçants de Poissy, a local business association, issued this coin in the 1970s as a way to promote the town's commerce and encourage local trade. This coin is a unique piece of numismatic history and a fascinating example of how local communities can create their own currency.
