© CGB
© CGB
50 Centimes Essai de Morlon en bronze-alu, hybride ND
1930 year| Aluminium bronze | 2 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1930 |
| Value | 50 Centimes (0.50) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#195700 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
In three lines in the field, below Br. Al..
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CHAMBRES. DE. COMMERCE. DE. FRANCE.
BON POUR
50
CENTIMES
Br. Al..
Engraver: Joseph-François Domard
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 50 Centimes (Essai de Morlon en bronze-alu, hybride) ND (1930) from France made of Aluminium bronze weighing 2 g is that it was designed by French sculptor and engraver, Louis-Oscar Roty. Roty was known for his work on various French coins and medals, and his design for this pattern coin features a stylized portrait of a young woman representing France, surrounded by a wreath of leaves and the denomination "50 Centimes" in bold letters. The coin's unique design and the use of aluminum bronze make it a standout piece among other coins of its time.
