1 Décime / 10 Centimes Louis XVII ND
| Bronze | 9.5 g | 30.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | First Republic (1792-1804) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 1793-1795 |
| Value | 10 Centimes (0.10) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.5 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#352791 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: RÉGNE DE LA LOI RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE
Translation: Reign of the Law French Republic
Comment
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louis_XVII.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Décime / 10 Centimes (Louis XVII) ND (1793-1795) from France made of Bronze weighing 9.5g is that it was designed by French sculptor and engraver, Augustin Dupré. Dupré was a prominent artist during the French Revolution and was responsible for creating many of the coins and medals of the time, including this décime coin featuring Louis XVII. The coin's design features a portrait of the young king on the obverse and a wreath of laurel leaves on the reverse, symbolizing victory and honor. Despite its relatively small size, this coin is a significant piece of French numismatic history and a testament to the artistic skill of Augustin Dupré.
