© PCGS
© PCGS
1 Cent Pattern
1909 year| Silver plated bronze | - | 26 mm |
| Issuer | French Indochina |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1909 |
| Value | 1 Cent (0.01 ICFP) |
| Currency | Piastre (1880-1952) |
| Composition | Silver plated bronze |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#429527 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Chinese script inside beaded circle, date below.
Lettering:
INDO-CHINE FRANÇAISE
百
一 之
分
· 1908 ·
Translation:
French Indochina
One hundredth
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Cent coin from French Indochina, minted in 1909, was designed by the French sculptor and engraver, Charles Allou. Allou was a prominent artist of his time, known for his work on various coins and medals, including the famous French 20 Franc gold coin featuring the profile of Marianne, the national symbol of France. The Pattern 1 Cent coin features a unique blend of French and Indochinese design elements, showcasing the cultural exchange and influence of the French colonial era in Indochina.
