© Éditions V. Gadoury
© Éditions V. Gadoury
5 centimes Daniel-Dupuis Epreuve en nickel
1901 year| Nickel | 6 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1901 |
| Value | 5 Centimes (0.05) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#199312 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTÉ ÉGALITÉ FRATERNITÉ
5c
1901
Engraver: Jean-Baptiste-Daniel Dupuis
Edge
Plain
Comment
Without the word "ESSAI". 4 known copies.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 centimes Daniel-Dupuis (Epreuve en nickel) 1901 is a rare and unique coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It was designed by French engraver and medalist, Daniel-Dupuis, and features a portrait of a young woman on the obverse side, surrounded by the words "République Française" and the date "1901." The reverse side features a wreath of laurel leaves surrounding the denomination "5 centimes" and the mint mark "A." The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
