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5 Cents
1943 year| Aluminium | 0.7 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | French Indochina |
|---|---|
| Period | Vichy France (1940-1944) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1943 |
| Value | 5 Cents (0.05 ICFP) |
| Currency | Piastre (1880-1952) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 0.7 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.15 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#10588 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Denomination above centre hole
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Cent.
5 =
INDOCHINE
Translation: Indochina
Edge
Plain
Comment
Edge exists in reeded, smooth, grooved, and partially grooved according to Krause.Interesting fact
The 5 Cents 1943 coin from French Indochina was minted during the Japanese occupation of Indochina during World War II. The coin features a unique blend of French and Japanese influences, with the obverse side bearing the image of a Gallic rooster, while the reverse side features the Japanese kanji characters for "5 Sen." This blend of cultures reflects the complex history of Indochina during this period, where French colonial rule was interrupted by Japanese occupation, resulting in a unique fusion of cultural and economic influences.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Cents 1943 coin.
