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10 Francs Trial
1974 year| Copper-aluminium-nickel (92% Copper, 6% Nickel, 2% Aluminium) | 10 g | 26.01 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1974 |
| Value | 10 Francs (10 FRF) |
| Currency | New franc (1960-2001) |
| Composition | Copper-aluminium-nickel (92% Copper, 6% Nickel, 2% Aluminium) |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 26.01 mm |
| Thickness | 2.54 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 July 1993 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#362483 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 47% |
Reverse
Value on band across centre, and industry in background
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ESSAI
10 FRANCS
Engraver: Georges Mathieu
Edge
Smooth with inscription, separated by patterns
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE
Translation: Liberty Equality Brotherhood
Comment
There are two varieties:Type A: obverse face up when reading the edge
Type B: reverse face up when reading the edge
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Interesting fact
The Pattern 10 Francs (Trial) 1974 was never officially released into circulation, making it a rare and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | 7200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs (Trial) 1974 coin.
