5 Centimes
1917 year| Cardboard | 0.76 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Commune of Brive-la-Gaillarde (Department of Corrèze) |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1917 |
| Value | 5 Centimes (0.05) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Cardboard |
| Weight | 0.76 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#16856 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Face value in a square, surrounded by a wreath of laurel and oak, under the coat of arms of the city of Brive, all surrounded by the legend, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5c
BRIVA LEMOVICII INFERIORIS CAPVT
1917
Unabridged legend: 5 centimes
Interesting fact
The 5 Centimes 1917 coin from Commune of Brive-la-Gaillarde (Department of Corrèze) made of Cardboard is a rare and unique coin, as it was created as a substitute for metal coins during World War I, when metal was in short supply. The use of cardboard as a material for coins was a temporary measure, and these coins were only issued for a short period of time. As a result, they are now highly sought after by collectors and are considered a valuable piece of numismatic history.