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25 Centimes
1917 year| Nickel plated zinc | 3 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Commune of Castelnaudary (Department of Aude) |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1917 |
| Value | 25 Centimes (0.25) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Nickel plated zinc |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#28435 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Face value above the date and surrounded by the legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNION DES COMMERÇANTS
25
cent.
1917
Unabridged legend: 25 centimes
Edge
Plain
Comment
Very fine nickel plating, which has disappeared on parts in poor condition, appearing to be made of zinc. Interesting fact
The 25 Centimes 1917 coin from Commune of Castelnaudary was minted during a time of great change in France. The coin was issued during the midst of World War I, and its production was likely impacted by the war effort. In fact, the coin's metal composition, nickel-plated zinc, was likely used as a substitute for the more traditional copper or silver due to wartime metal shortages. This makes the coin a unique and interesting artifact from a significant moment in history.