Essai de 5 francs en bronze-aluminium (pour la frappe des 20 francs Turin par Morlon) ND (1929-1930) front Essai de 5 francs en bronze-aluminium (pour la frappe des 20 francs Turin par Morlon) ND (1929-1930) back
Essai de 5 francs en bronze-aluminium (pour la frappe des 20 francs Turin par Morlon) ND (1929-1930) photo
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Essai de 5 francs en bronze-aluminium pour la frappe des 20 francs Turin par Morlon ND

 
Bronze 19.8 g 37 mm
Description
Issuer
France
Period
Third Republic (1870-1940)
Type
Pattern
Years
1929-1930
Value
5 Francs
Currency
Franc (1795-1959)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
19.8 g
Diameter
37 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#165131
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

In three lines within a wreath formed by an oak branch and a laurel branch.Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE
5
FRANCS
18

Edge

Plain

Comment

This coin is not dated, but we see 1 and 8 as the beginning of dates.
Strikes were made from 1929 to 1930.
This test also exists in nickel.Automatically translated

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern Essai de 5 francs en bronze-aluminium (pour la frappe des 20 francs Turin par Morlon) ND (1929-1930) from France is that it was designed by French sculptor and engraver, Louis-Oscar Roty. Roty was a prominent artist during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and his work can be found in various museums and collections around the world. This particular coin features a unique design that showcases Roty's artistic style and skill.