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5 Centimes billon
1840 year| Billon | 1.96 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Canton of Geneva |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic and Canton of (1815-1848) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1840 |
| Value | 5 Centimes (0.05) |
| Currency | Franc (1838-1848) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.96 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#22508 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 53% |
Reverse
Value and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REP · ET CANT ·
DE GENEVE
5 CENTIMES
1840
Unabridged legend: République et canton de Genève.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Centimes coin from the Canton of Geneva, made of Billon and weighing 1.96g, is interesting because it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Switzerland. In 1840, the country was transitioning from a decentralized system of cantonal currencies to a centralized national currency, and the 5 Centimes coin was one of the first coins to be issued under this new system. Additionally, the use of Billon, a copper and silver alloy, was a common practice during this time period, as it was a more affordable alternative to pure silver or gold coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1840 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centimes (billon) 1840 coin.
