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20 centimes 1961 essai de Baron
1961 year| Aluminium bronze | 4 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1961 |
| Value | 20 Centimes (0.20 FRF) |
| Currency | New franc (1960-2001) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#95075 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTE . EGALITE
FRATERNITE
ESSAI
20
CENTIMES
1961
Engraver: Baron
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 20 centimes 1961 (essai de Baron) is a rare and unique coin, with only 50 examples minted. It was created as a trial piece for a potential new design for the 20 centimes coin, but it was ultimately not adopted for circulation. As a result, the coin is highly sought after by collectors and is considered a valuable addition to any collection of French numismatics.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | 1200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 centimes 1961 (essai de Baron) 1961 coin.
