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1 Franc - Napoleon I
| Silver (.900) | 5 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Napoleon I (Napoléon Ier) (1804-1814, 1815) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 11-12 (1802-1803) |
| Calendar | French republican |
| Value | 1 Franc |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 17 June 1868 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8243 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 57% |
Reverse
In a crown formed by two olive branches.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE.
1
FRANC.
. . AN 12. .A.
Engraver: Pierre-Joseph Tiolier
Edge
Arabesques in hollow
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Franc - Napoleon I 11-12 (1802-1803) coin from France is that it was minted during a time of significant change in the country. Napoleon Bonaparte, who is featured on the coin, had recently seized power in a coup d'etat and was in the process of reforming the French government and military. This coin was minted as part of a new currency system introduced by Napoleon, which replaced the various local currencies that had been in use throughout France. The coin's design, featuring Napoleon's profile, was meant to promote his image as a powerful and influential leader.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 (1802) A | 231868 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 11 (1802) D | 12009 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 11 (1802) G | 12631 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 11 (1802) L | 21895 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 11 (1802) MA | 11503 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 11 (1802) Q | 33646 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 11 (1802) W | 5756 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) A | 1310638 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) BB | 5737 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) D | 52788 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) G | 7397 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) H | 56812 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) I | 279470 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) K | 102467 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) L | 124715 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) M | 285304 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) MA | 140744 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) Q | 139896 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) T | 45918 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) U | 5580 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1803) W | 28155 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Franc - Napoleon I 11-12 (1802-1803) coin.
