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© Stacks Bowers
1 Cent Pattern
1911 year| Brass | - | 26 mm |
| Issuer | French Indochina |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1911 |
| Value | 1 Cent (0.01 ICFP) |
| Currency | Piastre (1880-1952) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#430298 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Chinese script inside beaded circle, date below.
Lettering:
INDO-CHINE FRANÇAISE
百
一 之
分
· 1911 ·
Translation:
French Indochina
One hundredth
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Cent coin from French Indochina, minted in 1911, was designed by the French engraver and medalist, Charles Moreau. Moreau was a prominent artist of his time, known for his work on various coins and medals, including the French Legion of Honor. The coin features a unique blend of French and Indochinese elements, showcasing the cultural exchange between the two regions during the colonial period. The brass used in the coin's minting process was likely sourced from the region's natural resources, highlighting the economic importance of the Indochinese peninsula during this time.
