20 Francs 9-10 (1800-1801) front 20 Francs 9-10 (1800-1801) back
20 Francs 9-10 (1800-1801) photo
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20 Francs

 
Gold (.900) 6.45 g 21.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Piedmont (Italian States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
9-10 (1800-1801)
Calendar
French republican
Value
20 Francs
Currency
Franc (1800-1814)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
6.45 g
Diameter
21.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#21529
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Value and date within wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LIBERTE EGALITE ERIDANIA
20 FRANCS
L'AN 9

Engraver: Amedeo Lavy

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and social change in Italy. The Republic of Piedmont was established in 1798 and lasted until 1802, and during this time, the country was undergoing significant reforms and modernization efforts. The coin itself is a symbol of this period of transformation and the efforts to establish a new, modern nation-state in Italy.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
9 (1800)  2820 - - - - - -
10 (1801)  1492 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Francs 9-10 (1800-1801) coin.