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20 Francs Napoléon tête laurée, empire français
| Tin | 4.76 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Napoleon I (Napoléon Ier) (1804-1814, 1815) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 1807-1815 |
| Value | 20 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Tin |
| Weight | 4.76 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#383841 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
In a crown formed by two laurel branches.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EMPIRE FRANÇAIS.
20
FRANCS.
1809. A
Engravers: Jean-Pierre Droz, Pierre-Joseph Tiolier
Edge
Recessed edge.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIEU PROTEGE LA FRANCE
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Francs Napoléon (tête laurée, empire français) 1807-1815 from France made of Tin weighing 4.76 g is that it was designed by French engraver and medalist, Jean-Baptiste Mercier. Mercier was a prominent artist during the Napoleonic era and was responsible for creating many of the coin designs used during that time. The coin features a portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte, and the reverse side depicts a wreath of laurel leaves surrounding the denomination and country name. The use of tin as the material for the coin was likely a cost-saving measure, as tin is a less expensive metal than other options commonly used for coinage, such as gold, silver, or copper. Despite being made of a less valuable metal, the coin remains a valuable collector's item due to its historical significance and rarity.
