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12 Centimes Western Republic
| Silver | 1.3 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Haiti › Haiti (1804-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | First Republic (1806-1849) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 10-12 (1813-1815) |
| Calendar | Haitian republican |
| Value | 12 Centimes (0.12) |
| Currency | First gourde (1813-1870) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#28717 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
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Coat of Arms
Edge
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 12 Centimes coin from Haiti is that it was minted during a time of great political and social change in the country. The coin was issued by the Western Republic of Haiti, which was established in 1804 after Haiti gained independence from France. The coin's mintage period, 1813-1815, was a time of political instability and conflict, with various factions vying for power and control in the young nation. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a symbol of Haiti's independence and sovereignty.
