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10 Francs - Napoléon III bare head
| Gold (.900) | 3.2258 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Napoleon III (Napoléon III) (1852-1870) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1855-1860 |
| Value | 10 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 3.2258 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 25 June 1928 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#356585 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
The face value and year within a wreath made of two laurel branches linked at their base by a ribbon.
"FRENCH EMPIRE" along the scroll.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EMPIRE FRANÇAIS
10
FRANCS
1855
A
Engraver: Jacques-Jean Barre
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Francs - Napoléon III (bare head) coin is that it was minted during a time of significant political and social change in France. The coin was introduced in 1855, just a year after the establishment of the Second French Empire under Napoleon III, who was the nephew of Napoleon Bonaparte. The coin's design features a portrait of Napoleon III, who was known for his ambitious projects and modernization efforts, including the expansion of the French railway system and the rebuilding of Paris. Despite the coin's gold content and value, it was widely used in circulation and was an important part of the French economy during this period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1855 A | 5175451 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 BB | 32146 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 A | 10774115 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1857 A | 14476653 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1858 A | 7576123 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1858 BB | 676924 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1859 A | 10078154 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1859 BB | 3216710 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1860 A | 5985069 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1860 BB | 3101032 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs - Napoléon III (bare head) 1855-1860 coin.
