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5 Centimes - Marie-Adelaïde / Charlotte Iron
| Iron | 2.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) |
|---|---|
| Grand duchess | Marie-Adelaïde (1912-1919) Charlotte (1919-1964) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1918-1922 |
| Value | 5 Centimes (0.05 LUF) |
| Currency | Franc (1854-2001) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1.65 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#10532 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 20% |
Reverse
Face value in two lines surrounded by a crown of two branches of oak
Script: Latin
Lettering: 5 CES
Engraver: Roessler
Edge
Plain
Comment
Coin minted at first during Adelaide's reign at the Stuttgart mint. Striking then resumed under Charlotte in 1921 and 1922.These coins were replaced in 1924 by 5 centimes in Cupro-Nickel .
Interesting fact
The 5 Centimes coin from the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, featuring Marie-Adelaïde and Charlotte, was made of iron during a time when most coins were made of precious metals like gold, silver, or copper. This unique choice of material was likely due to the scarcity of these metals during World War I, and the iron used in the coin's production was likely sourced from the country's own iron ore deposits. This coin is a fascinating example of how countries have adapted their currency to the available resources during times of war and economic hardship.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | 1200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1921 | 600000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1922 | 400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centimes - Marie-Adelaïde / Charlotte (Iron) 1918-1922 coin.
