5 Centimes (Oran Chamber of Commerce) 1921 front 5 Centimes (Oran Chamber of Commerce) 1921 back
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5 Centimes Oran Chamber of Commerce

1921 year
Aluminium 1.1 g 21.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Commune of Oran (Department de Oran)
Issuing entity
Oran Chamber of Commerce
Type
Token
Year
1921
Value
5 Centimes (0.05)
Currency
Franc (1848-1959)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
1.1 g
Diameter
21.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#2919
Rarity index
37%

Reverse

The denomination above a sprig of leaves

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5 c
THEVENON

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Token 5 Centimes (Oran Chamber of Commerce) 1921 is a rare and unique coin that was issued by the Oran Chamber of Commerce in 1921. It was made of aluminum, which was a unusual choice of material for coins at that time, and it weighs only 1.1 grams, making it one of the lightest coins ever produced.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1921  450000 - - - - - -

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