20 centimes Essai en maillechort de Merley, type II à 20 pans 1887 front 20 centimes Essai en maillechort de Merley, type II à 20 pans 1887 back
20 centimes Essai en maillechort de Merley, type II à 20 pans 1887 photo
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20 centimes Essai en maillechort de Merley, type II à 20 pans

1887 year
Nickel silver 4.5 g 23.5 mm
Description
Issuer
France
Period
Third Republic (1870-1940)
Type
Pattern
Year
1887
Value
20 Centimes (0.20)
Currency
Franc (1795-1959)
Composition
Nickel silver
Weight
4.5 g
Diameter
23.5 mm
Shape
Icosagonal (20-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#242390
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE
ESSAI
20
CENTIMES
A

Engraver: Louis Merley

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 centimes Essai en maillechort de Merley, type II à 20 pans 1887 from France made of Nickel silver weighing 4.5 g is that it was designed by French engraver and designer, Jean-Baptiste Merley. Merley was a prominent figure in the field of numismatics and his designs were known for their intricate details and artistic value. The coin's design features a unique blend of floral and geometric patterns, showcasing Merley's skill and creativity as a designer.