© PCGS
© PCGS
½ Franc - Napoleon I
| Silver (.900) | 2.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Napoleon I (Napoléon Ier) (1804-1814, 1815) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 12-14 (1803-1805) |
| Calendar | French republican |
| Value | ½ Franc |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 17 June 1868 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#31659 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
Value within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE.
DEMI
FRANC.
AN 12. .A.
Engraver: Pierre-Joseph Tiolier
Edge
Pointed and crossed out in hollow
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Franc - Napoleon I 12-14 (1803-1805) coin from France is that it was minted during the height of Napoleon's power and influence in Europe. The coin features an image of Napoleon I on one side and the French national emblem on the other, symbolizing the expansion and military prowess of the French Empire under his rule.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 (1803) A | 38813 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) BB | 1825 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) D | 1230 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) H | 7286 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) I | 21742 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) K | 19243 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) L | 12994 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) M | 81586 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) T | 3735 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) A | 426412 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) BB | 889 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) D | 2396 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) G | 1169 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) H | 5030 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) I | 205401 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) K | 36374 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) L | 46160 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) M | 211662 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) MA | 6085 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) Q | 34375 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) T | 6116 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) U | 1650 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 14 (1805) A | 19935 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 14 (1805) K | 1757 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 14 (1805) L | 3883 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 14 (1805) U | 9568 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Franc - Napoleon I 12-14 (1803-1805) coin.
