Centime Collection

"Exploring the Rich History of Centime: From Spanish Civil War to Coins of All Nations" Step back in time to the Second Spanish Republic

Centime Collection: Second Spanish Republic. Reverse of a 50 cents

Second Spanish Republic. Reverse of a 50 cents banknote (1937). Coin

Centime Collection: Spain. Civil War (1936-1939). 5 cents note issued

Spain. Civil War (1936-1939). 5 cents note issued by the Union de Cooperadores of Barcelona (September 1936), of interior currency. Coin. SPAIN. Madrid. National Mint Museum

Centime Collection: Second Spanish Republic. Obverse of a 50 cents

Second Spanish Republic. Obverse of a 50 cents banknote (1937). Coin

Centime Collection: Marianne beside the French Tricolore flag, a globe and telescope and a display of francs

Marianne beside the French Tricolore flag, a globe and telescope and a display of francs
488429 Marianne beside the French Tricolore flag, a globe and telescope and a display of francs, c.1890 (colour litho) by French School

Centime Collection: Belgium, 50 Centimes, from the series Coins of All Nations (N72

Belgium, 50 Centimes, from the series Coins of All Nations (N72, variation 1) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1889

Centime Collection: Haiti, 50 Centimes, from the series Coins of All Nations (N72

Haiti, 50 Centimes, from the series Coins of All Nations (N72, variation 1) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1889

In the Mirror
Madame is satisfied with her reflection, wearing her grande robe du soir by Paul Poiret which cost her husband a pretty centime

Centime Collection: Swiss postcard explaining the currency

Swiss postcard explaining the currency, with equivalent values for other countries. circa 1905

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"Exploring the Rich History of Centime: From Spanish Civil War to Coins of All Nations" Step back in time to the Second Spanish Republic, where a 50 centimes coin showcases its reverse side, reminding us of a tumultuous era during the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). Meanwhile, a 5 cents note issued during this period serves as a testament to the economic challenges faced by Spain. Traveling across borders, we encounter another representation of the Second Spanish Republic on an obverse side of a 50 centimes coin. Here, Marianne stands proudly beside the French Tricolore flag, accompanied by symbols like a globe and telescope that reflect France's global influence. A display of francs further emphasizes their significance in international trade. Venturing into Belgium and Haiti through numismatic treasures from the series "Coins of All Nations, " we discover their unique 50 centimes coins. These small yet significant pieces offer glimpses into these countries' rich cultural heritage and historical narratives. Switzerland greets us with an informative postcard explaining its currency system. Delving deeper into our exploration, we find ourselves pondering reflections in "The Mirror. " Perhaps it is here that we contemplate how currencies mirror societies and economies throughout history. Unearthing more intriguing artifacts, we stumble upon fragments such as a piece of penny from year IV or even Napoleon I's 10-centime coin from 1809. These remnants carry stories within them – tales of commerce and power that shaped nations centuries ago. Our journey concludes with Louis-Philippe's three-cent hall piece test from 1840 – an examination not only for authenticity but also for understanding how currencies evolve over time. Each test leaves imprints on these coins' surfaces; just as history leaves indelible marks on our collective memory. Centime may be just one denomination among many others worldwide, but it holds within it countless stories waiting to be discovered.