10 Centimes pattern of Merley

Reverse

A Laurel Crown surrounding the face value symbolizing the greatness of the Third Republic. The mint letter is surrounded by a Horn of Plenty symbolizing the Monnaie de Paris and a Pole of the Licenser to symbolize the Republic.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LIBERTÉ ÉGALITÉ FRATERNITÉ
10
CENTIMES
A
❀ ESSAI ❀

Engraver: Louis Merley

Edge

Plain

Comment

Type I: Characterized by the oak wreath reverse. The word "ESSAI" in relief between two rosettes. The workshop letter between the cornucopia and the Jean Lagrange beam. Burnished blank appearance

Source: Essais Monétaires et piéforts Français

This is an automatic translation. The original text is:

Type I : Caractérisé par le revers à la couronne de chêne. Le mot "ESSAI" en exergue, en relief entre deux rosettes. La lettre d'atelier entre les différents corne d'abondance et faisceau de Jean Lagrange. Aspect flan bruni

Source : Essais Monétaires et piéforts Français

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 Centimes (pattern of Merley) 1881 from France made of Nickel silver weighing 3.5g is that it was designed by French engraver and designer, Jean-Baptiste Merley. Merley was a prominent figure in the field of numismatics and his designs were known for their intricate details and artistic flair. The Pattern 10 Centimes coin features a beautiful depiction of a woman representing the Republic of France, surrounded by an ornate wreath and other symbols of French culture. The coin's design was meant to showcase the country's rich history and heritage, and it remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.

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