20 Francs (pattern og Guzman) 1950 front 20 Francs (pattern og Guzman) 1950 back
20 Francs (pattern og Guzman) 1950 photo
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20 Francs pattern og Guzman

1950 year
Aluminium bronze 3.9 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
France
Period
Fourth Republic (1946-1958)
Type
Pattern
Year
1950
Value
20 Francs
Currency
Franc (1795-1959)
Composition
Aluminium bronze
Weight
3.9 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#163481
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Branch of laurel erected.Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Edge

Plain

Comment

To differentiate this coin: notes the essay on the reverse, under the word FRANCSAutomatically translated

Interesting fact

The Pattern 20 Francs coin was designed by the French sculptor and engraver, Auguste Guzman, and features a unique pattern on its reverse side. The pattern depicts a stylized tree with branches that spread out from the center, surrounded by the words "LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE" (Liberty, Equality, Fraternity) - the motto of the French Republic. This design was intended to symbolize the values of the French Revolution and the ideals of the new Republic.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1950  1200 - - - - - -

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