© PCGS
© PCGS
1 Centime - Louis Napoléon Bonaparte pattern of bronze with an modul of 1 centime
1851 year| Bronze | 1.04 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1848-1852) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1851 |
| Value | 1 Centime (0.01) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.04 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#169850 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Scripts: Latin, Latin (cursive)
Lettering:
ESSAI
DE BRONZE
1851
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Centime - Louis Napoléon Bonaparte coin is that it was designed by the French engraver and medalist, Jean-Jacques Barre. Barre was a prominent artist of the time and was known for his work on various coins and medals, including the famous "Napoleon III" coin. The Pattern 1 Centime coin features a portrait of Louis Napoléon Bonaparte, who would later become Napoleon III, Emperor of France. The coin's design was meant to be a pattern for a new currency that was never actually issued, making it a rare and unique piece among coin collectors.
