© Éditions V. Gadoury
© Éditions V. Gadoury
5 centimes Daniel-Dupuis Essai en laiton
1908 year| Brass | 5.4 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1908 |
| Value | 5 Centimes (0.05) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 5.4 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#199445 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTÉ ÉGALITÉ FRATERNITÉ
5c
1908
ESSAI
Engraver: Jean-Baptiste-Daniel Dupuis
Edge
Plain
Comment
The word "ESSAI" is embossed. This is a test alloy.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 centimes Daniel-Dupuis (Essai en laiton) 1908 is a rare and unique coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It was created as a trial piece for a new coin design, and its unique brass composition and low mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
