5 Centimes - Groupement de Commerçants - Poissy [78] ND

The 5 Centimes coin from Poissy is a rare example of a coin that was issued by a local merchant association, rather than a national mint. The Groupement de Commerçants de Poissy, a local business association, issued this coin in 1978 as a way to promote the town's commerce and encourage local trade. This coin is a unique piece of numismatic history and a fascinating example of how local communities have used currency to promote their economic development.