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50 Centimes Morlon pattern, nickel
1939 year| Nickel | 3 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1939 |
| Value | 50 Centimes (0.50) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#195698 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 58% |
Reverse
In two lines above 1939, framed by the various, all between two symmetrically opposed horns of plenty.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTE - EGALITE
FRATERNITE
ESSAI
50
CENTIMES
1939
Engraver: Pierre-Alexandre Morlon
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Morlon pattern 50 centimes coin was designed by French sculptor and engraver, Louis-Oscar Roty, who was also responsible for creating the famous "Sower" design used on French coins during the early 20th century.