5 Centimes 1917 front 5 Centimes 1917 back
5 Centimes 1917 photo
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5 Centimes

1917 year
Iron 2.8 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Commune of Bayonne (Department of Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Period
Third Republic (1870-1940)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1917
Value
5 Centimes (0.05)
Currency
Franc (1795-1959)
Composition
Iron
Weight
2.8 g
Diameter
21 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#19944
Rarity index
49%

Reverse

Face value surrounded by legend (intaglio engraving).Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REMBOURSABLE
5c-
AVANT 1922

Unabridged legend: 5 centimes

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 5 Centimes 1917 coin from Commune of Bayonne was minted during a time of war, specifically during World War I. The use of iron in the coin's composition was likely a result of the war effort, as many other metals were being used for military purposes. This coin is a unique piece of history that serves as a reminder of the impact of war on currency and the ways in which countries have adapted to difficult circumstances.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1917  800000 - - - - - -

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