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1 Décime - Louis-Philippe I pattern of Barre
1840 year| Copper | 10 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis Philippe I (Louis-Philippe Ier) (1830-1848) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1840 |
| Value | 1 Decime = 10 Centimes (0.1) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#18614 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REFONTE DES MONNAIES DE CUIVRE
1
DÉCIME
ESSAI
Engraver: Jacques-Jean Barre
Edge
Plain
Comment
Mint from the "recasting of copper coins" series
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Décime - Louis-Philippe I (pattern of Barre) 1840 from France made of Copper weighing 10g is that it was designed by French engraver and medalist, Jean-Baptiste-Joseph Barre. Barre was a prominent artist of the time and his designs were known for their intricate details and realistic portrayals. The coin features a portrait of Louis-Philippe I, the King of the French, and the reverse side depicts a wreath of laurel leaves surrounding the denomination. The coin was never officially released into circulation, making it a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists.
