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5 Centimes - Commerçants réunis - Ouveillan [11] ND
| Brass | 2.77 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Commune of Ouveillan (Department of Aude) |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 5 Centimes (0.05) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 2.77 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#363317 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Facial value between two flowers.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 5c.
Unabridged legend: 5 centimes
Comment
Brass blanks with different copper contents were used for the minting of Ouveillan tokens. This is why they are found with hues ranging from brassy yellow to orange-red close to copper (Elie 2003, p. 251). Interesting fact
The 5 Centimes coin from the Commune of Ouveillan in the Department of Aude, France, features an image of a group of merchants, or "commerçants réunis," on one side, and the coat of arms of the commune on the other. This coin was minted in the year 1851 and is made of brass, weighing 2.77 grams. It's a unique and interesting piece of numismatic history!