© CGB
© CGB
½ Franc - Louis-philippe I pattern of Bovy with an modul of ½ franc ND
1848 year| Silver plated bronze | 2.13 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis Philippe I (Louis-Philippe Ier) (1830-1848) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1848 |
| Value | ½ Franc |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Silver plated bronze |
| Weight | 2.13 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#167031 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
ESSAY/ OF THE MONETARY PRESS/ OF GENEVA/ J. BOVY in five lines
Script: Latin
Lettering: ESSAI/ DE LA PRESSE/ MONETAIRE/ DE GENEVE/ J. BOVY
Edge
Plain
Comment
The test is also available in bronze, copper and brass. Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern ½ Franc - Louis-philippe I (pattern of Bovy with an modul of ½ franc) ND (1848) from France made of Silver plated bronze weighing 2.13 g is that it was designed by French engraver and medalist, Jean-Jacques Bovy. Bovy was known for his work on various French coins and medals during the 19th century, and his design for the Pattern ½ Franc - Louis-philippe I coin features a portrait of King Louis-Philippe I on the obverse side, with a wreath of laurel leaves and the denomination "½ FR" on the reverse side. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the king's commitment to the French people and his desire to promote economic growth and stability during a time of political and social change in France.
