Daily Coin: Algeria 1974 5 Dinars Marks The 20th Anniversary Of Independence From France

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CCFPress Press Manager United States 1420 Posts	Posted 11/01/2020 1:48 pm NGC - Coin of the Day: On Nov. 1, 1954, Algeria began its war for independence, which it gained from France in 1962. This 1974 coin from the Lariviere Collection marks the 20th anniversary of the struggle. Country: Algeria Period: People's Democratic Republic (1962-date) Type: Circulating commemorative coin Year: 1974 Value: 5 Dinars (5 DZD) Currency: Dinar (1964-date) Composition: Nickel Edge: Reeded Mint: Fish - Paris, France (864-date) Weight: 12 grams Diameter: 31 mm Thickness: 2.12 mm Shape: Round Orientation: Coin alignment Demonetized: Yes Check out this coin on ebay. Read More: Daily Coin Series Report this Post to the Staff

Ethan Parmet New Member United States 39 Posts	Posted 11/04/2020 9:05 pm I don't know if that coin is supposed to be proof, but the contrast in the center of the obverse is so frosty, and it is just so aesthetically pleasing. Report this Post to the Staff
jbuck Moderator United States 189546 Posts	Posted 11/05/2020 10:21 am It does look proof. Very interesting! Coin Collector Since 1978 Avatar Old Avatar 7070 Eisenhower Australia Canada World CCF Members on eBay CCF eBay Search Engine Report this Post to the Staff
bobby131313 Forum Dad United States 24175 Posts	Posted 11/05/2020 12:39 pm I spent several minutes looking for a reference to this coin in proof when this was posted with no luck. If anyone comes up with anything please let me know. Shop CCF Members on eBay. Report this Post to the Staff
commems CCF Master Historian of USA Commemoratives United States 12300 Posts	Posted 11/05/2020 2:21 pm The "clue" to the coin's high-quality strike and proof-like appearance can be found on the obverse. Look to the right of the "5" above the pinwheel shape - you will see "ESSAI." This indicates that it was a specially-struck coin that was not meant for release into general circulation. Essai coins are generally test or trial strikes for a coin - they can be a test of a design, a metallic composition, size, etc. Some collectors refer to them as patterns, but they often have higher mintages vs. what is typically seen with pattern coins. These coins often have very high-quality strikes/finishes. Collecting history one coin or medal at a time! (c) commems. All rights reserved. Edited by commems 11/05/2020 2:25 pm Report this Post to the Staff
jbuck Moderator United States 189546 Posts	Posted 11/05/2020 2:30 pm Fantastic! Thanks for the information, commems! Coin Collector Since 1978 Avatar Old Avatar 7070 Eisenhower Australia Canada World CCF Members on eBay CCF eBay Search Engine Report this Post to the Staff
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