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5 centime Epi Piéfort en argent
1961 year| Silver (.950) | 9 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1961 |
| Value | 5 Centimes (0.05 FRF) |
| Currency | New franc (1960-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.950) |
| Weight | 9 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#200162 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Script: Latin (cursive)
Lettering:
1961
5
centimes
Engraver: AdG d'après Guilleminet
Edge
Plain
Comment
The silver piece was struck on a burnished blank. Each silver copy was issued with a certificate numbered 21 to 70. The special corners used to strike these coins were crossed out on February 28, 1967.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 centime Epi (Piéfort en argent) 1961 from France made of Silver (.950) weighing 9 g is a rare and valuable coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It was designed by French engraver and sculptor, Auguste-Émile Pinguely.
