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50 Francs - Napoleon III Pattern
1854 year| Gold (.900) | 15.65 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Napoleon III (Napoléon III) (1852-1870) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1854 |
| Value | 50 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 15.65 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#313632 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Eagle to the right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EMPIRE FRANÇAIS
50 FRANCS
Engraver: Jacques-Jean Barre
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 50 Francs - Napoleon III (Pattern) 1854 from France made of Gold (.900) weighing 15.65 g is that it was designed by the French engraver and medalist, Jean-Baptiste-Florian Bartholon. Bartholon was a prominent artist of his time and his work can be found in several museums, including the Louvre in Paris.
