© CGB
© CGB
5 Centimes Alger Chamber of Commerce; Trial
1921 year| Brass | 4.5 g | 26.37 mm |
| Issuer | Commune of Algiers (Department of Alger) |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Alger Chamber of Commerce |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1921 |
| Value | 5 Centimes (0.05) |
| Currency | Franc (1848-1959) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 4.5 g |
| Diameter | 26.37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#159201 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: 5c.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Centimes (Alger Chamber of Commerce; Trial) 1921 from Commune of Algiers (Department of Alger) made of Brass weighing 4.5g is that it was designed by the French sculptor and engraver, Paul-Albert Bartholomé. Bartholomé was known for his work on various coins and medals, and his design for this coin features a woman representing the city of Algiers, surrounded by a wreath of olives and wheat. The coin was minted as a trial piece for the Alger Chamber of Commerce and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item.