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10 Florins / 25 Francs - Napoleon III Pattern
1867 yearGold (.900) | 8.14 g | 23 mm |
Issuer | France |
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Emperor | Napoleon III (Napoléon III) (1852-1870) |
Type | Pattern |
Year | 1867 |
Value | 10 Florins = 25 Francs |
Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
Composition | Gold (.900) |
Weight | 8.14 g |
Diameter | 23 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#310724 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
OR ESSAI MONETAIRE
10
FLORINS
25
FRANCS
1867
Engraver: Jacques-Jean Barre
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 Florins / 25 Francs - Napoleon III (Pattern) 1867 from France is that it was designed by the French sculptor and engraver, Jean-Baptiste Farochon. Farochon was a prominent artist of his time and was known for his work on various coins and medals, including the famous "Napoleon III" coin. This particular coin features a portrait of Napoleon III, the Emperor of France from 1852 to 1870, on one side, and an allegorical representation of France on the other. The coin's design is considered a masterpiece of 19th-century numismatic art and is highly sought after by collectors.