© Éditions V. Gadoury
© Éditions V. Gadoury
5-10 centimes Essai hybride en or de Varenne ND
1912 year| Gold (.920) | 7.1 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1912 |
| Value | 10 Centimes (0.10) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Gold (.920) |
| Weight | 7.1 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#201385 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
10 // Cent
H.VARENNE
ESSAI
Engraver: Henri Varenne
Edge
1 GOLD" stamped heald
Comment
High-quality engraving depicting Agriculture and Industry. Signed H.VARENNE, this 5-centime obverse was only struck in the 10-centime module and associated with this reverse. The word "ESSAI" on the reverse left against the scroll. Edge engraved "1 OR". Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5-10 centimes (Essai hybride en or de Varenne) ND (1912) from France made of Gold (.920) weighing 7.1 g is that it was designed by the French sculptor and engraver, Charles Pillet. Pillet was a prominent artist during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and his work can be found in various museums and collections around the world. The coin's design features a unique blend of traditional French motifs and modernist elements, reflecting Pillet's innovative style.
