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uncommon1900-1945
Carpentiers Cuisines 5 Centimes Necessity Token
France · 1900 · 5 centimes
A round aluminum necessity token from Carpentiers Kitchens in Paris, featuring the business name and address around the central denomination of '5 CENTIMES'.
This token represents a form of private currency issued by a business in early 20th-century France, likely to address a shortage of small change or for internal use, reflecting a common practice during that era.
Printing Method
Image: Unknown · License: CC0
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$300Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$180Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$100Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$50Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$20Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
