5 Centimes 1920-1921 front 5 Centimes 1920-1921 back
5 Centimes 1920-1921 photo
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5 Centimes

 
Iron 0.6 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Commune of Dunkerque (Department of Nord)
Period
Third Republic (1870-1940)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1920-1921
Value
5 Centimes (0.05)
Currency
Franc (1795-1959)
Composition
Iron
Weight
0.6 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
0.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#19227
Rarity index
76%

Reverse

Inverse impression of the obverse of the token

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 5 Centimes coin from Commune of Dunkerque was minted during a time of economic turmoil in France, specifically during the Franco-Belgian currency union. The coin was made of iron, which was a cheaper alternative to other metals, and it weighed only 0.6 grams, making it one of the lightest coins in circulation at the time. Despite its small size and value, the coin remains a unique and interesting collector's item for numismatists today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1920  - - - - - -

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