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100 Francs Trial of Pierre-Alexandre Morlon
1929 yearGold | - | - |
Issuer | France |
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Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
Type | Pattern |
Year | 1929 |
Value | 100 Francs |
Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
Composition | Gold |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#27713 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ESSAI
CENT
FRANCS
1929
Interesting fact
The Pattern 100 Francs (Trial of Pierre-Alexandre Morlon) 1929 is a rare and unique coin that was created as a trial piece for a potential new design for the 100 franc coin. It features a portrait of Pierre-Alexandre Morlon, a French engineer and inventor, on one side, and a depiction of the French Republic on the other. What makes this coin particularly interesting is that it was never officially released into circulation, and only a small number of trial pieces were minted. As a result, it is highly sought after by collectors and is considered a rare and valuable addition to any coin collection.