25 Centimes - City of Albi [81] 1920 front 25 Centimes - City of Albi [81] 1920 back
25 Centimes - City of Albi [81] 1920 photo

25 Centimes - City of Albi [81]

1920 year
Nickel plated iron 5.2 g -
Description
Issuer
Commune of Albi (Department of Tarn)
Period
Third Republic (1870-1940)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1920
Value
25 Centimes (0.25)
Currency
Franc (1795-1959)
Composition
Nickel plated iron
Weight
5.2 g
Size
23 × 23 mm
Shape
Square with rounded corners
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#96225
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Face value surrounded by circular legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
· VALABLE ·
25c.
JUSQU'AU 31 DÉCEMBRE 1920

Unabridged legend: 25 centimes

Interesting fact

The 25 Centimes coin from the City of Albi (1920) is interesting because it was made of nickel-plated iron, which was a unusual material for coins at that time. Most coins were made of precious metals like gold, silver, or copper, but the use of nickel-plated iron was a cost-effective way to produce coins during a time of economic uncertainty. This coin is a unique example of how countries have experimented with different materials to create currency that is both durable and affordable.