© Sincona AG
© Sincona AG
5 Centimes silver; pattern
1840 year| Silver | 2.37 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Canton of Geneva |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic and Canton of (1815-1848) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1840 |
| Value | 5 Centimes (0.05) |
| Currency | Franc (1838-1848) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.37 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#407308 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Value and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REP · ET CANT ·
DE GENEVE
5 CENTIMES
1840
Unabridged legend: République et canton de Genève.
Translation: Republic and Canton of Geneva.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Centimes (silver; pattern) 1840 from Canton of Geneva is a rare and unique coin, with only 20 specimens known to exist. It was minted in 1840 as a pattern coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a prototype or sample for a potential new coin design. The coin is made of silver and weighs 2.37 grams, which is relatively light for a coin of its size. Its rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
