© CGB
© CGB
10 Centimes pattern by Borrel
1848 year| Tin | 7.96 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1848-1852) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1848 |
| Value | 10 Centimes (0.10) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Tin |
| Weight | 7.96 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#171402 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Between an oak branch and an olive branch linked by a level and a good faith surmounted by a Phrygian cap.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTÉ ÉGALITÉ FRATERNITÉ
10 centimes
1848
Engraver: Maurice Borrel
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 10 Centimes coin was designed by French engraver and medalist, Jean-Jacques Borrel. Borrel was a prominent figure in the field of numismatics and was known for his work on various coins and medals during the 19th century. The Pattern 10 Centimes coin features a unique design that showcases Borrel's artistic skills and attention to detail. The obverse of the coin features a portrait of a young woman representing the French Republic, while the reverse features a wreath of oak leaves surrounding the denomination. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the values of the French Republic and to promote the use of decimal currency in France. Despite its interesting design and historical significance, the Pattern 10 Centimes coin was never officially adopted as circulating currency and remains a rare and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1848 | 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Centimes (pattern by Borrel) 1848 coin.
