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One of twenty-three cut fractions of French 5-franc silver coins used as currency in Madagascar. This monnaie coupée was withdrawn from circulation by the French colonial authorities in 1905. From DNW auction 30 September 2008, lot 4919:
Ruler: Napoleon III (1852-70)
5 francs, cut one-sixteenth (lasiray)
France, Napoleon III, 5 francs, cut one-sixteenth (lasiray), 1.39g.
History note: Under Review
Method of acquisition: Purchased (2008-11-24) by Dix Noonan Webb Ltd.
Object Weight 1.39 g
Accession number: CM.741-2008
Primary reference Number: 248822
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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