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20 Francs
| Gold (.900) | 6.45 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1848-1852) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1849-1851 |
| Value | 20 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 6.45 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 25 June 1928 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8003 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 20% |
Reverse
Within a crown formed by a laurel branch on the left and an oak branch on the right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE
20
FRANCS
A
1851
Engraver: Louis Merley
Edge
Inscribed in relief
Script: Latin
Lettering: ★ ★ ★ DIEU PROTEGE LA FRANCE
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Francs 1849-1851 coin from France is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the country. The coin was introduced in 1848, just after the French Revolution of 1848, which overthrew the monarchy and established the Second Republic. The coin's design, featuring a portrait of a young woman representing Liberty, was meant to symbolize the newfound freedom and democracy of the French people. Despite the turmoil of the time, the coin remained in circulation until 1851, when it was replaced by a new coinage system. Today, the 20 Francs 1849-1851 coin is a sought-after collector's item, prized for its historical significance and rarity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1849 A | 61092 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1850 A | 4050606 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1851 A | 13172285 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Francs 1849-1851 coin.
