© CGB
© CGB
½ Franc - Louis-philippe I pattern of Bovy with an modul of ½ franc ND
1848 year| Copper | 1.96 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 | Copper |
| Weight | 1.96 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#167032 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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, Silver Bronze 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 Copper weighing 1.96 g is that it was designed by the 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 detailed portrait of King Louis-Philippe I on the obverse side, with the reverse side bearing the denomination and a wreath of laurel leaves. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists due to its limited mintage and historical significance.
