1925 France 1 Franc Chambers of Commerce Coin

Updated August 20, 2026

1925 France 1 Franc Chambers of Commerce Coin 1925 France 1 Franc Chambers of Commerce Aluminum-Bronze Coin KM# 876 This 1925 France 1 Franc coin was issued by the Chambers of Commerce (Chambres de Commerce de France) as emergency currency following World War I. Struck in aluminum-bronze, the coin features the iconic seated figure of Mercury, the Roman god of commerce, designed by Joseph-François Domard. The obverse displays the inscriptions COMMERCE INDUSTRIE and the date 1925, while the reverse indicates the denomination with the phrase BON POUR 1 FRANC. This circulating issue is a significant piece of French numismatic history, representing the transition of the French monetary system during the interwar period. The coin is housed in a protective 2x2 cardboard flip labeled with the KM# 876 reference number. 1925 France 1 Franc Chambers of Commerce Aluminum-Bronze Coin KM# 876 Condition: This coin appears to be in circulated condition, showing moderate wear on the high points of Mercury and the caduceus. The fields exhibit a darkened patina and surface toning consistent with its age. The legends and date remain legible, though the luster has faded into a matte finish. No significant deep gouges are visible, though minor contact marks are present on both the obverse and reverse. Mint: Paris Metal Content: Aluminum-Bronze Historical Context: Issued by the Chambers of Commerce (Chambres de Commerce de France) as emergency "jeton" tokens during the post-WWI era to address a national shortage of small-denomination currency. Strike Type: Business Strike Grading: Ungraded/Raw France, 1925, 1 Franc, Chambres de Commerce, Commerce Industrie, aluminum-bronze, coin, numismatics, French currency, vintage coin, collectible, Mercury design, KM# 876 1925 French Coin, 1 Franc France, Chambers of Commerce Coin, Antique French Currency, Rare 1925 Franc, Aluminum-Bronze Coin, French Numismatics, KM# 876 Coin, Vintage French Money, Bon Pour 1 Franc IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance

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