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½ Franc - Napoleon I
| Silver (.900) | 2.50 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Napoleon I (Napoléon Ier) (1804-1814, 1815) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1807-1808 |
| Value | ½ Franc |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 2.50 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 17 June 1868 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#5938 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
Denomination within wreath, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE.
DEMI
FRANC.
1808. B
Engraver: Pierre-Joseph Tiolier
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Franc - Napoleon I 1807-1808 coin from France is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by Napoleon Bonaparte, who had recently come to power and was seeking to stabilize the French economy. The coin's design features a profile of Napoleon, symbolizing his leadership and the new era of French rule. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remained in circulation for several decades and is now a sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1807 A | 46006 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1807 M | 1791 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1808 A | 6605734 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1808 B | 558710 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1808 BB | 1595677 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1808 D | 870569 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1808 H | 336190 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1808 I | 267815 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1808 K | 363263 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1808 L | 3382 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1808 M | 54333 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1808 MA | 28368 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1808 Q | 288381 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1808 T | 127962 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1808 U | 3333 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1808 W | 1068390 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1807-1808 coin.
