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20 Francs pattern of Turin
1929 year| Aluminium bronze | 17.75 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1929 |
| Value | 20 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 17.75 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#30589 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Value and date between vertical wheat ears. Lettering below touching leaves
Script: Latin
Lettering:
20
FRANCS
1929
LIBERTE
EGALITE
FRATERNITE
ESSAI
Translation:
Liberty Equality Brotherhood
Trial
Engraver: Pierre Turin
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern 20 Francs coin was designed by French sculptor and engraver, Louis-Oscar Roty, who was also responsible for creating the iconic French coinage designs of the 20th century, including the 20 Franc coin featuring the allegory of the Republic.