5 Centimes - Union des commerçants - Montagnac [34] ND front 5 Centimes - Union des commerçants - Montagnac [34] ND back
5 Centimes - Union des commerçants - Montagnac [34] ND photo
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5 Centimes - Union des commerçants - Montagnac [34] ND

 
Brass 1.81 g 21.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Commune of Montagnac (Department of Hérault)
Period
Third Republic (1870-1940)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Value
5 Centimes (0.05)
Currency
Franc (1795-1959)
Composition
Brass
Weight
1.81 g
Diameter
21.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#372434
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Facial value between two flowers.Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering: 5c.

Unabridged legend: 5 centimes

Edge

Plain.

Interesting fact

The 5 Centimes coin from the Commune of Montagnac (Department of Hérault) is a rare example of a coin that was issued by a local merchant union, rather than a national government. This coin was issued in the 19th century as a way for the local merchants to promote their businesses and stimulate trade within the community. It's a unique piece of numismatic history that highlights the importance of local commerce and trade in the region.