French Gold 20 Franc Coins of Napoleon III
Laureate Head Type with Value 20 Francs in Wreath on Reverse.
We give a brief history of Napoleon III, on our Napoleon III page.20 Franc Coins Description
They show a bare-headed portrait of Louis, with the inscription "NAPOLEON III EMPEREUR". The engravers name BARRE is below the head.The reverse design consists of the value "20 FRANCS" and the date in three lines surrounded by a laurel wreath. Around the outside of the wreath is the inscription "EMPIRE FRANCAIS". The mintmark "A" or "BB" appears below the wreath.
The edge is inscribed in raised lettering "DIEU PROTEGE LA FRANCE".
Coins of this type were issued from 1853 to 1860 inclusive.
Technical Specifications
| Denomination | Diameter | Weight | Fineness | Gold Content |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
20 Francs
|
21 | 6.4516 | .900 | .1867 |
Prices & Availability - 20 Francs
Please contact us prior to ordering for current prices and availability.| Date | Description | Grade | Mintage | Availability | Price £ | Price $ |
| 1853-A | Napoleon III Value in Wreath | almost VF | 5,729,000 | Yes | £155 | $250 |
| 1854-A | Napoleon III Value in Wreath | almost VF | 23,486,000 | Yes | £155 | $250 |
| 1855-A | Napoleon III Value in Wreath | almost VF | 16,595,000 | Yes | £155 | $250 |
| 1855-D | Napoleon III Value in Wreath (Lyons, one year mint type) | good Fine | 45,000 | Yes | £285 | $450 |
| 1856-A | Napoleon III Value in Wreath | almost VF | 17,303,000 | Yes | £155 | $250 |
| 1857-A | Napoleon III Value in Wreath | about VF | 19,193,000 | Yes | £155 | $250 |
| 1858-A | Napoleon III Value in Wreath | almost EF | 16,861,000 | Yes | £165 | $265 |
| 1859-A | Napoleon III Value in Wreath | about VF | 20,295,000 | Yes | £155 | $250 |
| 1860-A | Napoleon III Value in Wreath | VF | 10,220,000 | Yes | £155 | $250 |
| 1860-BB | Napoleon III Value in Wreath | VF | 5,727,000 | Yes | £165 | $265 |
Quantity Purchases
For investors or collectors wishing to buy 20 Francs in quantity of 10 pieces or more, we can usually quote very competitive bullion rates on request.Other Types & Dates
This table shows a list of the different types of Napoleon III French 20 Francs, and their date ranges.| Denomination | Type | First Date | Last Date |
| 20 Francs | Louis Napoleon Bonaparte / Value in Wreath | 1852 | 1852 |
| 20 Francs | Napoleon III Bare Head / Value in Wreath | 1853 | 1860 |
| 20 Francs | Napoleon III Laureate Head / Shield | 1861 | 1870 |
Postage & Packing
UK Registered Post (Special Delivery) £9 per orderEU Insured Post £10 per order
USA Airmail $10 per order
USA Insured Shipping $20 per order
Obverse of 1854 Gold 20 Francs
France
Reverse of 1854 Gold 20 Francs
Obverse of 1856 Gold 20 Francs
World Gold Coins
Obverse of 1855D Gold 20 Francs
Reverse of 1855D Gold 20 Francs
Obverse of 1856 Gold 20 Francs
Reverse of 1856 Gold 20 Francs
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