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9 Francs, 20 Centimes, 2 Ounces French siege coinage
1813 year| Silver | 61.12 g | 45.50 mm |
| Issuer | City of Zara (Croatian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Napoleonic Wars (1803-1815) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1813 |
| Value | 9 Francs, 20 Centimes (9.20) |
| Currency | Franc (1807-1813) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 61.12 g |
| Diameter | 45.50 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 7 December 1813 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#52925 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
In a rectangle, the value on two lines.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2·0·
9F·20C·
Edge
Lettering: SB MF SP (Simeone Borto-lazzi, Michele Fasolo and Sebastiano Picchi)
Comment
The mintage is unknown but altogether 64,000 ounces of these 4 coins were minted.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency during a time of economic and political turmoil in Europe. The French siege coinage was created during the Napoleonic Wars, when France was facing a severe shortage of currency due to the economic blockade imposed by the British. The 9 Francs, 20 Centimes coin was one of the denominations issued by the French government to address this issue, and it was used in various parts of Europe, including the City of Zara, which was under French occupation at the time. Despite its historical significance, the coin is still relatively affordable for collectors, with prices ranging from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars, depending on its condition and rarity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1813 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 9 Francs, 20 Centimes, 2 Ounces (French siege coinage) 1813 coin.
