© Maison Palombo
© Maison Palombo
20 Centimes - Napoleon III Pattern
1854 year| Gold (.900) | 1.82 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Napoleon III (Napoléon III) (1852-1870) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1854 |
| Value | 20 Centimes (0.20) |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 1.82 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#313628 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Value and date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EMPIRE FRANÇAIS
20
CENT.
1854
A
Engraver: Jacques-Jean Barre
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Centimes - Napoleon III (Pattern) 1854 from France made of Gold (.900) weighing 1.82 g is that it was designed by the French engraver and medalist, Jean-Jacques Barre. Barre was a prominent artist of his time and was known for his work on various coins, medals, and other numismatic items. His design for the Pattern 20 Centimes coin features a portrait of Napoleon III, who was the Emperor of France from 1852 to 1870. The coin's design was meant to showcase Napoleon III's powerful and authoritative image, and it has become a sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
