Napoleonic Coin | 10 Centimes

Napoleonic Coin | 10 CentimesHistory of the Artifact These coins were minted from 1803 to 1814 during the apotheosis of Napoleons short but legendary Empire. The currency at the time was based on the Franc with 100 centimes equalling 1 Franc. This particular 10 centimes piece was struck for standard circulation and is composed of 20% silver and 80% Copper. On the reverse we read the inscriptions Napoleon Emperor in French and 10 Centimes. Underneath is a mintmark composed of a

meaning "ten")

1 grams in weight

Eastern Europe and North Africa for more than 600 years

Their bodies were divided into three parts: a head (cephalon)

the obverse of the Follis features a portrait of the reigning emperor such as Diocletian

also served as a symbol of the British Mandate's attempt to administer a diverse and complex territory

Elegant faux leather protective case for preservation and display of your artifact

facing forward

Gold and silver pieces were intricately designed

encircled by a laurel wreath

and the Cape of Good Hope

and the fierce battles fought across the Pacific