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25 Centimes
1922 year| Aluminium | 2 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Commune of Sézanne (Department of Marne) |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1922 |
| Value | 25 Centimes (0.25) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#29924 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Facial value in a vegetable pattern.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
25
Cent·
THEVENON
Unabridged legend: 25 centimes
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 25 Centimes 1922 coin from Commune of Sézanne was minted during a time when aluminum was a relatively new material in coin production. Aluminum was first used in French coinage in 1921, and it was a significant departure from the traditional metals like gold, silver, and copper that had been used for centuries. The use of aluminum in coins was seen as a way to reduce the cost of production and make coins more accessible to the general public. However, the experiment with aluminum coinage was short-lived, and the production of aluminum coins was discontinued in France after a few years due to concerns about their durability and resistance to wear and tear. Today, coins made of aluminum are considered rare and highly sought after by collectors.