Old french coin value?

Question

I have found an old 10 centimes coin dated 1897, and I am wondering if it is anything of value.

Answer 1

Of it's type KM# 44.1 1870-1898 it had the highest mintage 7,250,000. Most circulated ones are in dealers world coin boxes for .25 to .50 cents. Mint state 1897 10 centime coins are valued at $2 and up.It is not a scarce coin but does have a nice design. It is the start of a French coin collection or a one coin each country collection.  As I am not all that crazy about the French for some of the things they have pulled, I have to admit a great majority of their coinage is a piece of art.

Answer 2

Is Valuable ... but not now.. maybe a few years/decade later it might fetch a handsome value.