


© CGB
50 Centimes Morlon pattern, nickel
1939 yearNickel | 3 g | 18 mm |
Issuer | France |
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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 |
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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.