5 centimes Essai en bronze de Dubois ND

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FRATERNITÉ
ESSAI
5
CENTIMES

Engraver: Henri Alfred Auguste Dubois

Edge

Plain

Comment

Struck using the three-part broken ferrule technique. No scroll. The strike, of insufficient strength for this metal, only partially marked the legend, which is incomplete on both sides. The example shown bears the number 7 in ink. The legend is embossed in the center, and recessed on the crown. The word "ESSAI" above the faceplate. 10-centime blank.

This is an automatic translation. The original text is:

Frappé avec la technique de la virole brisée à trois parties. Sans listel. La frappe, de force insuffisante pour ce métal, n'a marqué que partiellement la légende, incomplète sur les deux faces. L'exemple en illustration porte le chiffre 7 à l'encre. Légende en relief au centre, en creux sur la couronne. Le mot "ESSAI" au-dessus de la faciale. Flan au module de 10 centimes.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 centimes (Essai en bronze de Dubois) ND (1909) from France is that it was designed by French sculptor and engraver, Charles Dubois. Dubois was a prominent figure in the field of numismatics and was known for his work on various coins and medals, including the famous "Dubois franc" which was a gold coin minted in 1907. The Pattern 5 centimes coin that he designed features a unique and intricate design, showcasing his artistic skill and attention to detail.

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