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10 Francs pattern of Delannoy
1929 year| Copper-aluminium | 9 g | 28 mm |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#27706 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTE · EGALITE
FRATERNITE
10 Fr
1929
Engraver: Delannoy
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
The Pattern 10 Francs coin was designed by French artist and engraver, Ernest-Eugène Hiolle, who was known for his work on various French coins and banknotes during the early 20th century. The coin features a unique pattern that showcases a stylized allegory of France, with a rooster standing on a shield adorned with the French national motto "Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité" (Liberty, Equality, Fraternity). The rooster is surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves, symbolizing victory and honor. The coin's design was meant to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the end of World War I and to promote French patriotism.
