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20 Gulden - Louis Napoleon
Gold (.917) | 13.67 g | - |
Issuer | Netherlands |
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King | Louis Napoléon Bonaparte (1806-1810) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1808-1810 |
Value | 20 Gulden |
Currency | Gulden (1581-1817) |
Composition | Gold (.917) |
Weight | 13.67 g |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#303357 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned 4-fold arms divides value, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KONINGRIJK HOLLAND
20 G N
1810
Edge
Lettered
Lettering: DE NAAM DES HEEREN ZY GELOOFD
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Gulden - Louis Napoleon 1808-1810 coin from the Netherlands is that it was minted during the brief period of French rule over the Netherlands, known as the Kingdom of Holland. Louis Napoleon, who was the brother of Napoleon Bonaparte, was installed as the King of Holland by his brother in 1806, and he ruled until 1810, when the kingdom was annexed by France. The coin features an image of Louis Napoleon on one side and the Dutch coat of arms on the other. It is made of gold (.917) and weighs 13.67 grams. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its historical significance makes it an interesting piece of numismatic history.