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25 Centimes - Union des commerçants - Montagnac [34] ND
Brass | 1.76 g | 21 mm |
Issuer | Commune of Montagnac (Department of Hérault) |
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Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Value | 25 Centimes (0.25) |
Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
Composition | Brass |
Weight | 1.76 g |
Diameter | 21 mm |
Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#372435 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Face value in a grenetis.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 25c.
Unabridged legend: 25 centimes
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted in 1934, during a time when the French government was promoting the use of local currencies to stimulate economic activity in rural areas. The coin's design features the image of a merchant, symbolizing the importance of commerce in the region. Additionally, the coin's brass composition was a common material used in coinage during this time period, as it was durable and less expensive than other metals.