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10 Centimes Oran Chamber of Commerce
1921 year| Aluminium | 1.6 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Commune of Oran (Department de Oran) |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Oran Chamber of Commerce |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1921 |
| Value | 10 Centimes (0.10) |
| Currency | Franc (1848-1959) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 2.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8891 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 26% |
Reverse
Palm tree and vine branch
Script: Latin
Lettering:
10 CENT.
THEVENON
Edge
Plain
Comment
Point before and after the dateStrike change
Interesting fact
The Token 10 Centimes coin from Oran, Algeria, was issued in 1921 as a local currency for the city's chamber of commerce. It was made of aluminum, which was a relatively new material for coins at the time, and weighed only 1.6 grams, making it a very lightweight coin. Despite its small size and weight, the coin was still considered legal tender and was used widely in the city's commerce. This coin is a unique example of how local currencies can be created to meet the needs of a specific community, and it showcases the innovative use of materials in coin production.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1921 | 950000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Centimes (Oran Chamber of Commerce) 1921 coin.
