25 Centimes - Charlotte (Iron) 1919-1922 front 25 Centimes - Charlotte (Iron) 1919-1922 back
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25 Centimes - Charlotte Iron

 
Iron 4.2 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Grand Duchy of Luxembourg (Luxembourg)
Grand duchess
Charlotte (1919-1964)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1919-1922
Value
25 Centimes (0.25&nbspLUF)
Currency
Franc (1854-2001)
Composition
Iron
Weight
4.2 g
Diameter
23 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
31 July 1928
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#6315
Rarity index
16%

Reverse

Face value in two lines surrounded by a crown of two branches of oak

Script: Latin

Lettering: 25 CES

Engraver: Roessler

Edge

Plain

Comment

Coin struck at the Stuttgart mint.
Issue authorized by a Grand-Ducal Decree of June 15, 1917 signed by Adelaïde but struck under the reign of Charlotte.

Interesting fact

The 25 Centimes - Charlotte (Iron) 1919-1922 coin was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Luxembourg, following the end of World War I. The coin was made of iron, a material that was readily available and less expensive than other metals, which helped to reduce the cost of production. Despite its humble composition, the coin still features a beautiful design, with an image of Charlotte, the Grand Duchess of Luxembourg, on one side, and the Luxembourg coat of arms on the other. This coin is a testament to the resourcefulness and resilience of the people of Luxembourg during a time of economic hardship.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1919  804000 - - - - - -
1920  800000 - - - - - -
1922  600000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Centimes - Charlotte (Iron) 1919-1922 coin.