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5 Centimes - Chambre de Commerce - Blois
| Aluminium | 0.7 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Commune of Blois (Department of Loir et Cher) |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1918-1922 |
| Value | 5 Centimes (0.05) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 0.7 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#15866 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 57% |
Reverse
Face value and date surrounded by the legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SYNDICAT INDUSTRIEL ET COMMERCIAL
5
CENT
1922
*
Unabridged legend: 5 centimes
Edge
Plain.
Comment
Cumulative print runs for 5c, 10c and 20c 1918: approx. 800,000Cumulative print runs for 5c and 10c 1922: approx. 150,000
(Elie 2003, p. 52)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Centimes coin from the Commune of Blois is that it was made of aluminum, which was a unusual choice for coins at the 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 innovative spirit of the Commune of Blois and its commitment to using new materials and technologies.