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1 Décime change of the 2 décimes
| Copper | 20 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | First Republic (1792-1804) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 4-5 (1795-1796) |
| Calendar | French republican |
| Value | 1 Decime = 10 Centimes (0.1) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 20 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 12 March 1856 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#27075 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 27% |
Reverse
UN countermarked above value
NOTE: The S in "DECIMES" is usually removed
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UN
DÉCIME
L'AN 5.
Engraver: Augustin Dupré
Edge
Patterned indentations
Interesting fact
The 1 Décime coin was introduced during the French Revolution as a replacement for the 2 Décimes coin, and it was designed to be more affordable and accessible to the general population. The coin was made of copper, which was a more affordable material than the silver or gold used in previous coins, and it was also lighter in weight, making it easier to handle and transport. Despite its humble design, the 1 Décime coin played an important role in the economy of France during a time of great social and political change.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 (1795) A | 537500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 5 (1796) A | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Décime (change of the 2 décimes) 4-5 (1795-1796) coin.
