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25 Centimes
1920 year| Aluminium | 1.63 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Commune of Sannois (Department of Val-d'Oise) |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1920 |
| Value | 25 Centimes (0.25) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.63 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#34519 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Face value in a grenetis.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 25c.
Unabridged legend: 25 centimes
Interesting fact
The 25 Centimes 1920 coin from Commune of Sannois was minted during a time when aluminum was a relatively new material in coin production. Aluminum was first used in French coinage in 1917, and it was a significant innovation in the production of coins. The use of aluminum allowed for the creation of lighter coins that were easier to handle and transport, and it also made it possible to produce coins more quickly and efficiently. The 25 Centimes 1920 coin from Commune of Sannois is a prime example of this innovation and a testament to the advancements in coin production technology during that time.