5 Centimes - Chambre de Commerce - Rouen [76] (Brass) 1918 front 5 Centimes - Chambre de Commerce - Rouen [76] (Brass) 1918 back
5 Centimes - Chambre de Commerce - Rouen [76] (Brass) 1918 photo
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5 Centimes - Chambre de Commerce - Rouen [76] Brass

1918 year
Brass 4.44 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Commune of Rouen (Department of Seine-Maritime)
Period
Third Republic (1870-1940)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1918
Value
5 Centimes (0.05)
Currency
Franc (1795-1959)
Composition
Brass
Weight
4.44 g
Diameter
26 mm
Thickness
1.4 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#320246
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Facial value surrounded by the legend, date below.Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CHAMBRE DE COMMERCE
5c.
* 1918 *

Unabridged legend: 5 centimes

Edge

Plain.

Comment

Honorific issue offered by the manufacturer to the issuer’s representatives (elected officials, notables...). Some mintage may exceed one hundred. Posterior restrikes are suspected for Rouen (Elie 2003 p. 9).

Interesting fact

The 5 Centimes - Chambre de Commerce - Rouen [76] coin was minted in 1918, during a time when France was experiencing significant economic and political changes. The coin's design features an image of a woman representing the city of Rouen, surrounded by symbols of commerce and industry. Despite its small denomination, the coin was made of brass, a durable and long-lasting metal that was used for many coins during this period. This coin is a rare and interesting example of the coinage of the time, and it provides a unique glimpse into the history and culture of the Commune of Rouen during World War I.