© CGB
© CGB
20 Francs pattern of Turin
1950 year| Brass | 4 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fourth Republic (1946-1958) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1950 |
| Value | 20 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8617 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Circular motto separated by four small oak and olive branches; in the center between two ears of corn.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTE :EGALITE: FRATERNITE
20
FRANCS
1950
Engraver: Pierre Turin
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 20 Francs coin was designed by the French sculptor and engraver, Auguste C. L. Patey. Patey was a prominent artist during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and his work can be found in various museums and collections around the world. The Pattern 20 Francs coin features a portrait of a young woman representing France, surrounded by a wreath of olive branches and the motto "Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité" (Liberty, Equality, Fraternity) - the national motto of France. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the country's commitment to freedom and democracy, and it was intended to be used as a regular circulating coin. However, due to various reasons, including a change in government policies and the introduction of a new currency system, the coin was never officially released into circulation. As a result, the Pattern 20 Francs coin has become a rare and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | 25 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 Turin) 1950 coin.
