10 Centimes pattern by Borrel
1848 year| Copper | - | 30 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1848-1852) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1848 |
| Value | 10 Centimes (0.10) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#171403 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Between an oak branch and an olive branch linked by a level and a good faith surmounted by a Phrygian cap.
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. It features a unique design that showcases a young woman representing the French Republic, surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves and the motto "Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité" (Liberty, Equality, Fraternity) on the obverse side. The reverse side features a denomination of 10 centimes and a stylized image of a cornucopia, symbolizing abundance and prosperity. This coin was minted in 1848, a time of great social and political change in France, and its design reflects the country's commitment to the values of the French Revolution.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1848 | 10 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
