12 deniers Pièce d'essai 12 deniers au faisceau ND

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PIECE
D'ESSAI

Edge

Plain

Comment

Module of 10 cents. Without signature.

This is an automatic translation. The original text is:

Module de 10 centimes. Sans signature.

Interesting fact

This coin was designed by French engraver and medalist, Jean-Baptiste Farochon. Farochon was known for his work on various French coins and medals during the 19th century, and his designs often featured intricate details and symbols that reflected the country's history and culture. In the case of the Pattern 12 deniers, Farochon's design features a fasces, which is a bundle of rods bound together, symbolizing unity and strength. This design was meant to represent the unity and strength of the French people during a time of political and social upheaval in the country.

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