5 Centimes
1922 year| Aluminium | 0.9 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Commune of La Rochelle (Department of Charente-Maritime) |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1922 |
| Value | 5 Centimes (0.05) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#20275 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 47% |
Reverse
Facial value above a mythological fish.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5c
THEVENON PARIS
Unabridged legend: 5 centimes
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Centimes 1922 coin from Commune of La Rochelle was minted during a time when aluminum was a relatively new material in coin production. In fact, it was the first time that aluminum was used as a material for coinage in France. This made the coin a unique and innovative piece in the history of numismatics.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1922 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centimes 1922 coin.
