25 Centimes (Chambers of Commerce Coinage) 1921 front 25 Centimes (Chambers of Commerce Coinage) 1921 back
25 Centimes (Chambers of Commerce Coinage) 1921 photo

25 Centimes Chambers of Commerce Coinage

1921 year
Aluminium 1.45 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Djibouti (notgeld)
Period
Third Republic (1870-1940)
Type
Token
Year
1921
Value
25 Centimes (0.25)
Currency
Franc (1883-1949)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
1.45 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#20006
Rarity index
82%

Reverse

Denomination within a wreath of wheat.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
25
CMES
THEVENON PARIS

Translation:
25
Cents

Edge

Plain

Comment

These currencies were used first time from 1920 till 1926 to remedy the shortage of loose change. 5 and 25 centimes dated 1921 are introduced again in 1942:
- April 11th, 1942: 40,000 25-centime plays in 1-franc exchange value and 20,000 5-centimes plays in 50-centime exchange value.
- June 19th, 1942: 5,000 25-centime plays in 1-franc exchange value and 70,000 5-centime rooms plays in 50-centime exchange value.

Interesting fact

The Token 25 Centimes (Chambers of Commerce Coinage) 1921 from Djibouti (notgeld) made of Aluminium weighing 1.45 g is a rare and unique coin that was issued during a time of economic crisis in Djibouti. The coin was made of aluminum, which was a unusual choice of material for coins at that time, and it has a distinctive design that sets it apart from other coins of its era. Despite its small denomination, the coin has become a prized collector's item among numismatists due to its rarity and historical significance.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1921  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Centimes (Chambers of Commerce Coinage) 1921 coin.