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20 Centimes - Napoleon III
| Silver (.900) | 1 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Napoleon III (Napoléon III) (1852-1870) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1853-1863 |
| Value | 20 Centimes (0.20) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 0.65 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 17 June 1868 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#1146 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
In a crown formed by two laurel branches.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EMPIRE FRANÇAIS
20
CENT.
1854
A
Translation:
FRENCH EMPIRE
20
CENT.
1854
A
Engraver: Jacques-Jean Barre
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 20 Centimes coin from France, minted during the reign of Napoleon III (1853-1863), has an interesting feature. The coin's obverse side bears the image of Napoleon III, while the reverse side features the denomination "20 Centimes" surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. What makes this coin unique is that the laurel wreath on the reverse was designed by the famous French artist and engraver, Jean-Baptiste Mercier. Mercier was known for his work on various French coins during the 19th century, and his signature can be found on the lower left of the coin's reverse side. This coin is a great example of the artistic and historical significance of numismatics.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1853 A | 679863 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1854 A | 1681429 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 A | 361989 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 A | 602740 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 BB | 13326 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 D | 395542 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1857 A | 839515 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1858 A | 703812 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1859 A | 3731359 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1860 A | 6422141 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1860 BB | 2986177 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1862 A | 53926 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1863 BB | 397985 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Centimes - Napoleon III 1853-1863 coin.
