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5 Centimes French Overseas Department
1920 year| Aluminium | 0.56 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Réunion › Réunion (1848-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1920 |
| Value | 5 Centimes (0.05) |
| Currency | Franc (1816-1965) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 0.56 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Hexagonal (6-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1941 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#16388 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Face value on top of a star surrounded by 2 dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5
CENTIMES
★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Token 5 Centimes coin from Réunion is a rare and unique coin, with only a limited number of coins minted in 1920. It is made of aluminum, which was a novel material for coins at the time, and weighs only 0.56 grams, making it one of the lightest coins in circulation. Its rarity and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and enthusiasts of French colonial history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 477338 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centimes (French Overseas Department) 1920 coin.