© Éditions V. Gadoury
© Éditions V. Gadoury
5 centimes Daniel-Dupuis Essai en laiton perforé et numéroté
1908 year| Brass | 5.2 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 | 5.2 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#199447 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE
5c
1908
ESSAI
Engraver: Jean-Baptiste-Daniel Dupuis
Edge
Plain
Comment
The illustrated copy is numbered "10" in ink on the obverse in front of the effigy. A "10" is also engraved in front of the forehead. Copies "6" and "2" have also been seen. Estimated quantity: less than 20.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 centimes Daniel-Dupuis (Essai en laiton perforé et numéroté) 1908 from France made of Brass weighing 5.2 g is that it was designed by French engraver and medalist, Daniel-Dupuis, and features a unique perforated design, which was a new technique at the time.
