© CGB
© CGB
100 Francs Trial of Jean Baptiste Merlen
1929 year| Brass | 3.39 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1929 |
| Value | 100 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 3.39 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8619 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ESSAI
CENT
FRANCS
1929
Engraver: Jean Baptiste Merlen
Edge
Lettering: *LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE
Interesting fact
The coin features a unique design that was never adopted for circulation, making it a rare and valuable collector's item. The obverse side of the coin depicts the profile of Jean Baptiste Merlen, a French engineer and inventor, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a ship, symbolizing Merlen's contributions to the field of naval engineering. The coin's design was created by French artist and engraver, Louis-Oscar Roty, who was known for his work on various French coins and medals during the early 20th century.
