10 Centimes 'Marianne'

Country of Origin: France

Year of Issue: 1971

Denomination: 10 Centimes

Composition: Aluminum-Bronze (92% Copper, 6% Aluminum, 2% Nickel)

10 Centimes 'Marianne'

Brief Description

The reverse features the denomination '10 CENTIMES' and the year '1971' surrounded by an olive branch and the French motto 'LIBERTÉ ÉGALITÉ FRATERNITÉ'.

Historical Significance

This coin was part of the Fifth Republic's currency system established under Charles de Gaulle. It features the 'Marianne' design by Henri Lagriffoul, a personification of the French Republic representing liberty and reason.

Estimated Value

$0.10 - $1.00 USD (dependent on condition and collector interest)

Care Instructions

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Handle by the edges to avoid transferring skin oils. Do not clean with abrasive chemicals as this can destroy the coin's numismatic value.

Created At: 2026-03-23T13:39:19.401626