10 Centimes (pattern uniface of obverse by Fauqué) ND (1848) front 10 Centimes (pattern uniface of obverse by Fauqué) ND (1848) back
10 Centimes (pattern uniface of obverse by Fauqué) ND (1848) photo
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10 Centimes pattern uniface of obverse by Fauqué ND

1848 year
Tin 8.24 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
Tin
Weight
8.24 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#172067
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Smooth

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. His design for the Pattern 10 Centimes coin features a young woman representing the French Republic, surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves and the motto "Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité" (Liberty, Equality, Fraternity). The coin's design was meant to symbolize the values of the French Revolution and the new Republic.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1848)  5 - - - - - -

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