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5 Centimes - Adolphe Essai
1889 year| Copper | 5 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Adolphus (1890-1905) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1889 |
| Value | 5 Centimes (0.05 LUF) |
| Currency | Franc (1854-2001) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#54000 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Face value and the word ESSAI in a wreath of laurel and oak, surrounded by the legend and year of issue between two rosettes in the exergue. External mottling.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REGENCE DU DUC ADOLPHE DE NASSAU
5 ꟾ CENTIMES ꟾ ESSAI ꟾ 1889
Engraver: François Barth-Wahl
Edge
Plain
Comment
Test piece weighing from 4.3 to 5.2 g.This copper piece (L336-2) is also available in silver (L336-1).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Centimes - Adolphe (Essai) 1889 from Grand Duchy of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) made of Copper weighing 5g is that it is a rare and valuable coin. It is considered a pattern coin, meaning it was struck as a trial or sample coin and not intended for circulation. As a result, only a limited number of these coins were produced, making them highly sought after by collectors. Additionally, the coin's age, historical significance, and unique design make it a valuable addition to any coin collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1889 | 100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centimes - Adolphe (Essai) 1889 coin.
