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5 Centimes
1920 year| Aluminium | 0.9 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Commune of Charlieu (Department of Loire) |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1920 |
| Value | 5 Centimes (0.05) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1.43 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#283283 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Face value and date in a grenetis surrounded by the legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNION COMMERCIALE
5c-
1920
J BORY
* ET INDUSTRIELLE *
Unabridged legend: 5 centimes
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Centimes 1920 coin from Commune of Charlieu was made of aluminum, which was a unusual choice of material for coins at that time. Aluminum was still a relatively new material in the early 20th century, and it was not commonly used for coins until later in the century. The use of aluminum for this coin reflects the experimental nature of the Commune of Charlieu's currency, which was established in 1919 and only lasted for a few years.