10 Francs (pattern by La Fleur) 1929 front 10 Francs (pattern by La Fleur) 1929 back
10 Francs (pattern by La Fleur) 1929 photo
Obverse © CGB

10 Francs pattern by La Fleur

1929 year
Copper-aluminium 9 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
France
Period
Third Republic (1870-1940)
Type
Pattern
Year
1929
Value
10 Francs
Currency
Franc (1795-1959)
Composition
Copper-aluminium
Weight
9 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#173613
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Winged genie holding a torch, 1929 at the exergue.Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LIBERTE - EGALITE - FRATERNITE
10 FRS
ESSAI
1929

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

The Pattern 10 Francs coin was designed by French engraver and sculptor, Louis-Oscar Roty, who was also responsible for creating the iconic French coinage designs of the 20th century, including the 1929 10 Francs coin. The coin features a stunning allegorical design depicting a woman representing France, surrounded by wheat and grapes, symbolizing the country's rich agricultural heritage. The coin's design was meant to evoke a sense of national pride and unity, and it has become a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.