© CGB
© CGB
10 Centimes Aluminium trial of Pillet
1910 year| Aluminium | 1.8 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1910 |
| Value | 10 Centimes (0.10) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#200461 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE
10c
Engraver: Charles Pillet
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin was engraved by Pillet and will be used in part in his competition for the 25 cts 1913.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 10 Centimes (Aluminium trial of Pillet) 1910 is a rare and unique coin that was minted as a trial piece for the French government. It was made of aluminum, which was a novel material for coins at the time, and weighs only 1.8 grams. This makes it one of the lightest coins ever produced, and its unique composition and design make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
