20 Francs (pattern of Alard) 1848 front 20 Francs (pattern of Alard) 1848 back
20 Francs (pattern of Alard) 1848 photo
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20 Francs pattern of Alard

1848 year
Tin 2.67 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
France
Period
Second Republic (1848-1852)
Type
Pattern
Year
1848
Value
20 Francs
Currency
Franc (1795-1959)
Composition
Tin
Weight
2.67 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#165367
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

In three lines within a wreath formed by an oak branch and a laurel branch.Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LIBERTÉ ÉGALITÉ FRATERNITÉ
20 FRANCS
1848

Engraver: François Alard

Edge

Inscribed in reliefAutomatically translated

Lettering: *** DIEU PROTEGE LA FRANCE

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Francs (pattern of Alard) 1848 from France made of Tin weighing 2.67g is that it was designed by French engraver and medalist, Jean-Jacques Alard. Alard was known for his work on various French coins and medals during the 19th century, and his design for the 20 Francs coin features a portrait of a young woman representing the French Republic, surrounded by an ornate wreath and other symbols of French patriotism. Despite being made of tin, a relatively inexpensive metal, the coin's intricate design and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1848  5 - - - - - -

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