© David Mikeladze
© David Mikeladze
25 Centimes Oran Chamber of Commerce
1921 year| Aluminium | 1.7 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Commune of Oran (Department de Oran) |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Oran Chamber of Commerce |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1921 |
| Value | 25 Centimes (0.25) |
| Currency | Franc (1848-1959) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#10705 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 50% |
Reverse
Face value in the field, in a wreath of wheat ears
Script: Latin
Lettering:
25 CMES
THEVENON
Edge
Plain
Comment
Similar to 25 Centimes, KM#TnE4Interesting fact
This coin was issued during the French colonial era in Algeria, specifically in the city of Oran. The Oran Chamber of Commerce issued this token as a substitute for the French 25 centime coin, which was in short supply at the time. The token was made of aluminum, a relatively new material at the time, and weighed only 1.7 grams, making it much lighter than the standard 25 centime coin. Despite its unusual material and weight, the token was widely accepted in Oran and surrounding areas, and it remains a unique and interesting piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1921 | 730000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Centimes (Oran Chamber of Commerce) 1921 coin.
