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50 Francs
| Gold (.900) | 16.12903 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1878-1904 |
| Value | 50 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 16.12903 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 25 June 1928 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#11340 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Face value surrounded by a closed oak wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTÉ ÉGALITÉ FRATERNITÉ
50
FRANCS
1904
A
Engraver: Augustin Dupré
Edge
Relief
Lettering: DIEU PROTEGE LA FRANCE
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Francs 1878-1904 coin from France is that it was minted during a time when France was transitioning from a silver standard to a gold standard. The coin was made of .900 gold, which means it contained 90% gold and 10% other metals, and it weighed 16.12903 grams. This coin was a significant change from the previous silver-based currency and marked a turning point in France's monetary system.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1878 A | 5294 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1887 A | 301 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1889 A | 100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1896 A | 800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1900 A | 200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1904 A | 20250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Francs 1878-1904 coin.
