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10 Centimes Daniel-Dupuis Epreuve en argent
1898 year| Silver | 11.6 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1898 |
| Value | 10 Centimes (0.10) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.6 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#200839 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE
10c
1898
Engraver: Jean-Baptiste-Daniel Dupuis
Edge
Horn of plenty and "SILVER" hallmarked slide
Comment
Without the word "ESSAI". Matte blank. Weight may vary between 11.5g and 12g. Horn of plenty and "SILVER" on edge.VAE Palombo 1 lot 500
Interesting fact
The Pattern 10 Centimes Daniel-Dupuis (Epreuve en argent) 1898 is a rare and unique coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It was designed by French engraver and medalist, Daniel-Dupuis, and features a portrait of a young woman representing the Republic of France on the obverse, and a stylized image of a cornucopia on the reverse. The coin was minted in silver, and its rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
