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2 Centimes - Groupement de Commerçants - Poissy [78] ND
Zinc | 1.3 g | 19 mm |
Issuer | Commune of Poissy (Department of Yvelines) |
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Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Value | 2 Centimes (0.02) |
Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
Composition | Zinc |
Weight | 1.3 g |
Diameter | 19 mm |
Shape | Scalloped (with 10 notches, With a round hole) |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#392921 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Face value only.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 2
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
The 2 Centimes coin from Poissy was part of a special series of coins issued by the Groupement de Commerçants (Merchants' Association) in 1978 to promote the use of the euro in France. The coin features the image of a stork, which is a symbol of the city of Poissy, and was designed by the French artist, Pierre-Yves Babelon. The coin was made of zinc and weighs 1.3 grams. It's a unique and interesting collector's item for anyone interested in numismatics or French history.