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25 Centimes
1922 year| Aluminium | 1.7 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Department of Lot |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1922 |
| Value | 25 Centimes (0.25) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#29354 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Face value.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 25c-
Unabridged legend: 25 centimes
Edge
Plain.
Comment
Medal strike observed.
Interesting fact
The 25 Centimes 1922 coin was minted during a time when aluminum was still a relatively new material in coin production. In fact, it was the first time that aluminum was used as a material for coinage in France. This made the coin quite unique and innovative for its time, and it represents an interesting milestone in the history of coinage.