© CGB
© CGB
20 Francs essai pié-fort de Alard
1848 year| Bronze | 13 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1848-1852) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1848 |
| Value | 20 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#194947 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
In three lines within a wreath formed by an oak branch and a laurel branch.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTÉ ÉGALITÉ FRATERNITÉ.
20
FRANCS
1848
Edge
Inscribed in relief
Lettering: + PIEFORT + CONCOURS MONETAIRE
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Francs (essai pié-fort de Alard) 1848 from France made of Bronze weighing 13g is that it was designed by French engraver and medalist, Jean-Jacques Barre. Barre was known for his work on various French coins and medals during the 19th century, and his design for the Pattern 20 Francs coin features a portrait of a young woman representing the French Republic, surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves and the motto "LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE" (Liberty, Equality, Fraternity). The coin's design was meant to symbolize the values of the French Revolution and the new French Republic.
