10 Centimes (pattern by Fauqué) 1848 front 10 Centimes (pattern by Fauqué) 1848 back
10 Centimes (pattern by Fauqué) 1848 photo
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10 Centimes pattern by Fauqué

1848 year
Copper 9.77 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
France
Period
Second Republic (1848-1852)
Type
Pattern
Year
1848
Value
10 Centimes (0.10)
Currency
Franc (1795-1959)
Composition
Copper
Weight
9.77 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#172068
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

In a closed crown.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LIBERTÉ ÉGALITÉ FRATERNITÉ
10
CENT
1848

Engraver: Fauqué

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 10 Centimes coin was designed by French engraver and medalist, Jean-Jacques Fauqué. Fauqué 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 Fauqué'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 laurel 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 not being widely circulated, the Pattern 10 Centimes coin remains a valuable and interesting piece for collectors and numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1848  9 - - - - - -

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 Fauqué) 1848 coin.