© PCGS
© PCGS
10 Cents Pattern
1937 year| Copper-nickel | 2.7 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | French Indochina |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1937 |
| Value | 10 Cents (0.10 ICFP) |
| Currency | Piastre (1880-1952) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#408468 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Denomination within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
INDO-CHINE FRANÇAISE
ESSAI
10 CENT. A
TITRE 0,680.POIDS 2GR.7
Translation:
French Indochina
Trial
0.680 purity, 2.7 grams
Engraver: Jean-Auguste Barre
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern 10 Cents coin from French Indochina, minted in 1937, is a rare and unique coin that features a fascinating historical artifact. The coin's design showcases a blend of French and Indochinese cultural influences, reflecting the complex history of the region during the colonial era. The obverse side of the coin features the profile of a young woman wearing a traditional Indochinese headdress, while the reverse side bears the image of a mythical dragon, a symbol of strength and prosperity in many Asian cultures. This coin is not only a valuable collector's item but also a window into the rich cultural heritage of the region.
