10 Centimes - Chambre de Commerce - Marseille [13] (Aluminium Pattern) 1916 front 10 Centimes - Chambre de Commerce - Marseille [13] (Aluminium Pattern) 1916 back
10 Centimes - Chambre de Commerce - Marseille [13] (Aluminium Pattern) 1916 photo
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10 Centimes - Chambre de Commerce - Marseille [13] Aluminium Pattern

1916 year
Aluminium 1.8 g 28.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Commune of Marseille (Department of Bouches-du-Rhône)
Period
Third Republic (1870-1940)
Type
Pattern
Year
1916
Value
10 Centimes (0.10)
Currency
Franc (1795-1959)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
1.8 g
Diameter
28.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#369676
Rarity index
86%

Reverse

Face value under date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1916
J GUERIИ
10
CENTIMES

Edge

Plain.

Comment

Differs from the standard circulation coin by "A A" on both sides of Mercury on obverse.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 Centimes - Chambre de Commerce - Marseille [13] (Aluminium Pattern) 1916 from Commune of Marseille (Department of Bouches-du-Rhône) made of Aluminium weighing 1.8 g is that it was designed by French sculptor and engraver, Charles Allou. Allou was known for his work on various coins and medals, and his design for this coin features a woman representing the city of Marseille, surrounded by symbols of commerce and industry. The coin's unique design and the fact that it was made of aluminum, a relatively new material at the time, make it a standout piece in the world of numismatics.