10 Centimes pattern with big modul

Reverse

Between two branches of oak each bearing an acorn and four leaves; a central hole bordered by a scroll.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10
CENTIMES
1941
ESSAI

Engraver: Ateleir de gravure

Edge

Fine grooves

Comment

Very rare technical test, rarity level R3.

This is an automatic translation. The original text is:

Essai technique très rare, degré de rareté R3.

Interesting fact

The Pattern 10 Centimes coin from France, minted in 1941, was designed by the French sculptor and engraver, Auguste C. Patey. Patey was a prominent artist during the early 20th century, known for his work on various coins, medals, and monuments throughout France. The Pattern 10 Centimes coin features a unique design, showcasing a stylized allegory of France on the obverse side, and a large modulus on the reverse side, which gives the coin its distinctive look. The use of iron as the material for this coin was also a deliberate choice, as it was a readily available and affordable metal during a time of war, when other metals were scarce.

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