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100 Francs - Napoléon III
| Gold (.900) | 32.25806 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Napoleon III (Napoléon III) (1852-1870) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1855-1859 |
| Value | 100 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 32.25806 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 25 June 1928 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#11337 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 44% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of the second empire.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EMPIRE FRANÇAIS
100 FRs
A 1858
Engraver: Jacques-Jean Barre
Edge
Smooth with embossed inscription.
Lettering: DIEU PROTEGE LA FRANCE
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 100 Francs - Napoléon III 1855-1859 coin from France is that it was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in the country. The coin was introduced in 1855, just a year after Napoleon III, the nephew of Napoleon Bonaparte, became the Emperor of France. This period saw a significant expansion of the French economy and the introduction of new currency reforms, including the creation of the gold-backed franc as the country's standard currency. The coin's design, featuring an image of Napoleon III, was meant to symbolize the power and prestige of the French Empire during this time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1855 A | 50830 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 BB | 5031 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 A | 56741 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1857 A | 103330 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1858 A | 91945 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1858 BB | 1926 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1859 A | 21600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1859 BB | 14698 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Francs - Napoléon III 1855-1859 coin.
