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¼ Franc - Napoleon I
| Silver (.900) | 1.25 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Napoleon I (Napoléon Ier) (1804-1814, 1815) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 12-14 (1803-1805) |
| Calendar | French republican |
| Value | ¼ Franc |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 1.25 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 30 April 1852 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8198 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 65% |
Reverse
In a crown formed by two olive branches.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REP. FRA.
QUART
. . AN 13. .A.
Translation:
FRENCH REPUBLIC
QUARTER
.. YEAR 13. .A.
Engraver: Pierre-Joseph Tiolier
Edge
Alternating beads and bars incused
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ 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 dominance of the French Empire during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 (1803) A | 18665 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) D | 1521 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) H | 11935 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) I | 31752 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) K | 8122 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) M | 14805 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) T | 3606 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) A | 128363 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) BB | 2188 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) H | 2738 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) I | 181079 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) K | 18431 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) L | 24645 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) M | 39365 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) MA | 8102 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) T | 6789 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1804) U | 13936 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 14 (1805) K | 1751 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 14 (1805) U | 1355 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Franc - Napoleon I 12-14 (1803-1805) coin.
