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20 Francs

1848 year
Gold (.750) 7.6000 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Canton of Geneva
Period
Republic and Canton of (1815-1848)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1848
Value
20 Francs
Currency
Franc (1838-1848)
Composition
Gold (.750)
Weight
7.6000 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#23403
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Value and date, lettering around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REP · ET CANT
20
FRANCS
1848
DE GENEVE

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Francs 1848 coin from the Canton of Geneva is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Switzerland. The coin was introduced as part of the new Swiss franc currency system, which replaced the old system of cantonal currencies. This change was prompted by the need for a more standardized and stable currency system, as Switzerland was experiencing rapid economic growth and industrialization. The 20 Francs coin was made of gold (.750) and weighed 7.6000 grams, making it a valuable and highly sought-after coin among collectors today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1848  3421 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Francs 1848 coin.