5 Centimes - Cuxac D'Aude [11]

The 5 Centimes - Cuxac D'Aude coin was minted in 1917, during a time when aluminum was a relatively new and expensive material. In fact, aluminum was first introduced as a metal for coinage in France in 1914, just a few years before this coin was minted. The use of aluminum in coinage was a significant innovation at the time, as it was lighter, more durable, and less expensive than traditional metals like gold, silver, and copper. The 5 Centimes - Cuxac D'Aude coin is a unique example of this innovation and a testament to the early use of aluminum in coinage.