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20 Francs - Napoleon III
| Gold (.900) | 6.45 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Napoleon III (Napoléon III) (1852-1870) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1853-1860 |
| 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#3390 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
The denomination above the date within a wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EMPIRE FRANCAIS
20
FRANCS
1860
BB
Translation:
French Empire
20
Francs
1860
BB
Engraver: Désiré-Albert Barre
Edge
Plain
Script: Latin
Lettering: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ DIEU ★ PROTEGE ★ LA ★ FRANCE
Translation: God Protects France
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Francs - Napoleon III 1853-1860 coin from France is that it was minted during a time of significant political and social change in France. Napoleon III, who ruled France from 1852 to 1870, implemented a number of reforms and modernizations during his reign, including the expansion of education, the development of infrastructure, and the establishment of the modern French banking system. The coin, which features an image of Napoleon III on one side and the French coat of arms on the other, serves as a tangible reminder of this period of French history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1853 A | 5787241 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1854 A | 23470950 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 A | 16552101 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 BB | 1817394 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 D | 362711 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 A | 17284062 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 BB | 1006062 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1857 A | 19208790 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1858 A | 16971886 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1858 BB | 2067740 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1859 A | 20163578 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1859 BB | 5868250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1860 A | 10170634 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1860 BB | 5766631 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Francs - Napoleon III 1853-1860 coin.
