© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
5 Centimes - Charlotte Essai
1924 year| Copper | 2.6 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) |
|---|---|
| Grand duchess | Charlotte (1919-1964) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1924 |
| Value | 5 Centimes 0.05 LUF = USD 0.0014 |
| Currency | Franc (1854-2001) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#102921 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Face value in two lines above two laurel branches.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 5 CES
Engraver: Jean Mich
Edge
Plain
Comment
Available in several versions:- Copper - 2.6 g. - smooth edge - L# 364-1 / KM# - / Wictor# E65
- Copper-Tin (bronze) - smooth edge - L# 364-2 / KM# - / Wictor# -
- Copper-Aluminum - 4 g. - smooth edge - L# 364-3 / KM# - / Wictor# - (without word ESSAI)
- Cupronickel - smooth edge - L# 364-4 / KM# - / Wictor# E66
- Similor - 2.6 g. - smooth edge - L# 364-5 / KM# - / Wictor# -
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Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Centimes - Charlotte (Essai) 1924 from Grand Duchy of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) made of Copper weighing 2.6 g is a rare and unique coin, with only 100 pieces minted. It was created as a trial coin, and its design features a portrait of Charlotte, Grand Duchess of Luxembourg, on one side and the Luxembourg coat of arms on the other. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
