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Lot #553: Rare France 1901 Five Centimes Coin - Marianne with Phrygian Cap - (Dupuis) - Third Republic - over 125 years old!

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Obverse: Features a bust of Marianne facing right, wearing a Phrygian cap adorned with a laurel wreath. The design is by Jean-Baptiste Daniel-Dupuis. The inscription reads REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE. Reverse: Features a seated figure of France (Marianne) protecting a small child, who represents the future of the nation. She holds a branch of laurel and sits before a pedestal. The denomination 5 CENTIMES is prominently displayed. The national motto LIBERTE · EGALITE · FRATERNITE surrounds the scene, with the date 1901 at the bottom, flanked by the cornucopia (Paris Mint) and the torch (Chief Engraver Henry Patey). The 1901 French 5 centimes coin is a classic representative of the "Belle Époque:, featuring the "Dupuis" design. This large bronze coin is a quintessential example of the Third Republic’s aesthetic, characterized by its intricate, flowing lines and traditional republican symbolism. Daniel-Dupuis’ design,replacing the earlier "Ceres" type in 1898, was celebrated for its humanistic portrayal of the Republic. It remained the standard bronze coinage for France until the metal shortages of World War I necessitated the switch to smaller, holed cupro-nickel coins. Dimensions: Bronze. 25 mm. 5 g. Pickup category timeslot {A}

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sun, September 27 2026 Category A: 08:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Pickup Location:  Old Lakeview Avenue, Ottawa, ON, K1M 0T1 View Map (opens in new window)


Bidding Starts:

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 9:00:00 PM UTC

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Thursday, September 24, 2026 between 12:30 AM and 4:15 AM

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