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25 Centimes
1922 year| Aluminium | 2.3 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Commune of Chatellerault (Department of Vienne) |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1922 |
| Value | 25 Centimes (0.25) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#41436 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Face value in a wreath of ears of wheat.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
25
Cmes
THEVENON
Unabridged legend: 25 centimes
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 25 Centimes 1922 coin from Commune of Chatellerault 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 use of aluminum in coins was not without controversy. Some people were concerned that the metal was too lightweight and might be easily counterfeited. Additionally, the process of minting aluminum coins was still in its infancy, and there were concerns about the durability and longevity of the coins. Despite these concerns, the 25 Centimes 1922 coin from Commune of Chatellerault remains a unique and interesting piece of numismatic history.