© CGB
© CGB
10 centimes Pièce d'essai République Française au module de ... ND
1870 year| Bronze | 9.8 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1870 |
| Value | 10 Centimes (0.10) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.8 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#200320 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PIECE
D'ESSAI
Edge
Plain
Comment
Module of 10 centimes.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 centimes (Pièce d'essai République Française au module de ...) ND (1870) from France made of Bronze weighing 9.8 g is that it was designed by French engraver and medalist, Jean-Baptiste Farochon. Farochon was known for his work on various French coins and medals during the 19th century, and his designs often featured intricate details and symbolism. In this case, the 10 centimes coin features a depiction of a young woman representing the French Republic, surrounded by olive branches and other symbols of French patriotism. The coin's design was meant to promote the ideals of the French Republic and to commemorate the country's transition from a monarchy to a republican form of government.
