France, 1913 10 franc coin/token

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a vintage French coin with an embossed profile of a woman wearing a classical robe and a laurel wreath, symbolizing liberty. The words "REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE" are inscribed along the left and right edges of the coin. It appears to be made of bronze and shows signs of wear, indicating its age and historical significance. The background surface is dark and textured, which contrasts with the coin's metallic sheen. The intricate details on the woman's hair and the clarity of the inscriptions reflect the artistic craftsmanship typical of old European currency, highlighting its cultural and historical value.

The image depicts a vintage French coin with an embossed profile of a woman wearing a classical robe and a laurel wreath, symbolizing liberty. The words "REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE" are inscribed along the left and right edges of the coin. It appears to be made of bronze and shows signs of wear, indicating its age and historical significance. The background surface is dark and textured, which contrasts with the coin's metallic sheen. The intricate details on the woman's hair and the clarity of the inscriptions reflect the artistic craftsmanship typical of old European currency, highlighting its cultural and historical value.

Name/Title

France, 1913 10 franc coin/token

Entry/Object ID

681/16591

Description

France, 1913 10 franc coin/token, brass

Collection

Coins, ETHNOGRAPHIC/FRANCE

Ethnography

Cultural Region

Country

France