France · 1941 · 10 centimesThis 10-cent coin, known as 'Lindauer', was issued during the period of the French State (Vichy Regime). Made of zinc due to the shortage of metals, it has a hole in the center. There are several variants of this coin in 1941, with or without a dash under 'CMES' and with or without points around the date.
The central hole of the coin is surrounded by two oak branches, the letters 'R F' (French Republic) and a phrygian cap above. The signature of the engraver 'E.M. Lindauer' is visible.
The reverse displays the face value '10 CMES' over the year '1941'. The motto 'LIBERTÉ ÉGALITÉ FRATERNITÉ' is inscribed at the top. The whole is surrounded by a crown of oak and olive branches.
Actual size compared with the 2 € and 1 € coins. Thickness: 1.35 mm.
10 centimes1943 · 17.3 mm
10 centimes1945 · 17 mm
50 centimes1941 · 18 mm
50 centimes1942 · 18 mm
10 centimes1941 · 21 mm
1 franc1942 · 23 mm
20 centimes1941 · 24 mm
