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10 Centimes - Société des Commerçants - Dunkerque Iron
| Iron | 0.9 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Commune of Dunkerque (Department of Nord) |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1920-1921 |
| Value | 10 Centimes (0.10) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 0.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#19229 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Uniface (negative of the obverse in hollow, left by the stamping of the very thin blank).
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Centimes coin from Dunkerque is that it was made of iron, which was a unusual choice of material for coins at that time. Most coins were made of precious metals like gold, silver, or copper, but the use of iron was likely a cost-saving measure during a time of economic hardship. This fact highlights the resourcefulness and adaptability of the people of Dunkerque during a challenging period in history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Centimes - Société des Commerçants - Dunkerque (Iron) 1920-1921 coin.
