© Maison Palombo
© Maison Palombo
10 Francs - Napoleon III Pattern
1855 year| Gold (.900) | 3.225 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Napoleon III (Napoléon III) (1852-1870) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1855 |
| Value | 10 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 3.225 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#316052 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Value within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EMPIRE FRANÇAIS
10
FRANCS
ESSAI
Engraver: Jacques-Jean Barre
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 Francs - Napoleon III (Pattern) 1855 from France made of Gold (.900) weighing 3.225 g is that it was designed by the French engraver and medalist, Jean-Baptiste-Joseph Debay, who was also responsible for designing many other coins and medals during the reign of Napoleon III.
