© Lhuerre
© Lhuerre
5 Centimes - Jérôme Bonaparte
| Copper | 7.5 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Westphalia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Jérôme Bonaparte (1807-1813) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1808-1812 |
| Value | 5 Centimes (0.05) |
| Currency | Frank (1807-1813) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.5 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#13973 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 29% |
Reverse
C and an eagle's head, facing right. Denomination above. Tiolier, in script.
Within a raised ring is the inscription and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KOEN . V . WESTPH . FR . PR .
5
CENT.
C
Tiolier
1812
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Jérôme Bonaparte, the youngest brother of Napoleon Bonaparte, who ruled the Kingdom of Westphalia from 1807 to 1813. Despite being a member of the Bonaparte family, Jérôme's rule was marked by controversy and conflict, and this coin may have been minted as a way to promote his image and legitimacy among the people of Westphalia.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1809 C | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1812 C | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centimes - Jérôme Bonaparte 1808-1812 coin.
