© Pimousse124 DB-Monnaie
© Pimousse124 DB-Monnaie
5 Centimes (Gournay-en-Bray) ND
| Aluminium | 1 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Commune of Gournay-en-Bray (Department of Seine-et-Marne) |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 5 Centimes (0.05) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#23431 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Face value above an apple tree branch.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5c
THEVENON
Unabridged legend: 5 centimes
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
The 5 Centimes coin from Gournay-en-Bray is a rare example of a coin that was issued by a local commune in France, rather than by the national government. This coin was issued in the 19th century, and it features an image of a woman representing the commune, surrounded by agricultural symbols. The coin was made of aluminum, which was a relatively new material at the time, and it weighs only 1 gram. Despite its small size and local origins, this coin is highly sought after by collectors today due to its rarity and historical significance.