© PCGS
© PCGS
5 Cents Pattern
1923 year| Copper-nickel | 5 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | French Indochina |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1923 |
| Value | 5 Cents (0.05 ICFP) |
| Currency | Piastre (1880-1952) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#121625 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Centre hole divides denomination, wreath surrounds, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
INDOCHINE FRANÇAISE
5 CENT.
1923
Translation: French Indochina
Engraver: Henri-Auguste Patey
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Cents coin from French Indochina was designed by the French sculptor and engraver, Ernest-Eugène Hiolle, who was also responsible for designing several other coins and banknotes for France and its colonies during the early 20th century.
