20 Cents Pattern
1939 year| Nickel | - | 24 mm |
| Issuer | French Indochina |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1939 |
| Value | 20 Cents (20 centièmes) (0.20 ICFP) |
| Currency | Piastre (1880-1952) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#430267 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Rice plant divides denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
INDOCHINE FRANÇAISE
ESSAI
20 CENT.
Translation:
French Indochina
Trial
Engraver: Pierre Turin
Edge
Smooth with groove
Comment
Essai of KM# 23.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 20 Cents coin from French Indochina, minted in 1939, is a rare and unique coin that features a distinctive design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized image of a dragon, while the reverse side features a rice stalk and the denomination "20 Cents." The coin was minted in small quantities and was intended to be used as a pattern coin, which means it was not meant for circulation but rather as a sample for the mint to test the design and production process. As a result, the Pattern 20 Cents coin from French Indochina is highly sought after by collectors and is considered a valuable addition to any numismatic collection.
