Coin France 1 Centime Epi - 1988

This 1 centime coin, minted in France in 1986, belongs to the "Épi" series. It is made of stainless steel. The coin weighs 1.65 grams and has a diameter of 15 millimeters, with a thickness of 1.45 millimeters. It is round in shape and was manufactured by press striking. The strike orientation is of the coin type.

The obverse of the coin features an ear of wheat, around which is inscribed the mention "république française" in cursive writing. The design of the obverse is the work of Marcel Guilleminet. It is noted that some coins have a rim, an outgrowth of material, located at the bottom of the right leaf of the ear.

The reverse of the coin displays the number "1", representing the face value, surrounded by the date of issue, "1986" in this case, and the inscription "centime" in cursive writing. As with the obverse, the design of the reverse is also attributed to Marcel Guilleminet.

This coin was demonetized on February 17, 2005. It is listed under several numismatic references. The 1 centime Épi coin is identifiable by these characteristics and its specific design, testifying to its period of circulation in France.