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2 Francs - Napoleon III
| Silver (.900) | 10 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Napoleon III (Napoléon III) (1852-1870) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1853-1859 |
| Value | 2 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 17 June 1868 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#1175 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Value and year within wreath. Legend at top. Mint mark at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EMPIRE FRANÇAIS
2
FRANCS
1857
A
Translation:
FRENCH EMPIRE
2 FRANCS
1855
A
Engraver: Jacques-Jean Barre
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Francs - Napoleon III 1853-1859 coin from France is that it was minted during a time of significant change and upheaval in the country. Napoleon III, who ruled France from 1852 to 1870, implemented a number of reforms and modernizations during his reign, including the expansion of education, the development of infrastructure, and the establishment of the modern French banking system. Despite these efforts, the coin was minted during a period of economic instability and political unrest, which ultimately led to the fall of the Second French Empire and the establishment of the Third Republic.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1853 A | 48936 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1854 A | 214951 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 A | 82375 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 A | 240711 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 BB | 693113 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 D | 288694 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1857 A | 338780 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1858 A | 1280 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1859 A | 886 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Francs - Napoleon III 1853-1859 coin.
