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Gold coins FRANCE. Discover our complete collection of Gold Franc Coins, from 5 to 100 Gold Francs. Don't hesitate to request an appraisal of your French Gold Coins from our numismatic experts. What's more, if you wish to make a Gold coin purchaseAbacor's experts offer free personalized advice all year round.
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Throughout French history, the Franc Or has left its mark. That's why Comptoirs de l'Or Abacor offers you a detailed exploration of each Gold Coin. Each one tells its own story and reveals its numismatic value over the years.
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5 Francs Or
Gold coins FRANCE. Under Napoleon III, the first 5-Franc Gold Coin saw the light of day in 1854, and there are three distinct variants of these French coins.
Weight: 1.612 grams
Titration : 900/1000 pure gold
Diameter: alternating
| Gold coins | Date and number of keystrokes |
|---|---|
5 Francs Gold Napoleon III Grand Module | Date of issue: 1855 to 1860 Number of issues: 24,182,654 |
5 Francs Gold Napoleon III Head Laurel | Minting date: 1862 to 1868 Minting number: 18,006,784 |
5 Francs Gold Ceres | Date of issue: 1879 and 1889 Number of issues: 130 |
10 Francs Gold
Gold coins FRANCE. In fact, French 10 Franc Gold Coins are renowned for their excellence in quality. These Gold Coins come in six distinct variations, having first appeared during the Second Republic.
Weight: 3.22 grams
Titration : 900/1000 pure gold
Diameter: 19 mm
| Gold coins | Date and number of keystrokes |
|---|---|
10 Francs Gold Ceres (2nd Republic) | Minting date: 1850 and 1851 Minting number: 3,707,277 |
10 Francs Gold Napoleon III Small Module | Minting date: 1854 and 1855 Minting number: 4,858,992 |
| 10 Francs Gold Napoleon III Grand Module | Date of issue: 1855 to 1860 Number of issues: 61,514,265 |
10 Francs Gold Napoleon III Head Laurel | Date of issue: 1862 to 1868 Number of issues: 31,283,627 |
10 Francs Cérès (3rd Republic) | Date of issue: 1878 to 1899 Number of issues: 2,399,139 |
10 Francs Gold Rooster Marianne  | Date of issue: 1899 to 1914 Number of issues: 13,833,717 |
20 Gold Francs
Gold coins FRANCE. In 1803 (year 11), Napoleon Bonaparte 1st initiated the minting of the first 20 Franc Gold Coin. These coins, commonly known as "Napoleons", are also known by the popular name of "Louis d'Or". This common denomination in everyday language testifies to the lasting impact of these coins in the collective imagination. As a result, these Gold Coins carry a rich history linked to the Napoleonic era, and continue to evoke a sense of elegance and value for many collectors and numismatic enthusiasts.
Weight: 6.45 grams
Titration : 900/1000 pure gold
Diameter: 21 mm
| Gold coins | Date and number of keystrokes |
|---|---|
20 Francs Or Bonaparte 1er Consul | Year of mintage: Year 11 (1802 to 1803) to Year 12 (1803 to 1804) Number of mintage: 1,046,506 |
20 Francs Gold Napoleon 1st Non Laurel Year XII | Mint date: Year 12 (1803 to 1804) Mint number: 428,143 |
20 Francs Or Napoléon 1er Tête Nue An 13 et An 14 | Year of mintage: Year 13 (1804 to 1805) to Year 14 (1805 to 1806) Number of mintage: 1,046,506 |
20 Francs Or Napoléon 1er Tête Nue 1806 et 1807 | Minting date: 1806 to 1807 Number Minted: 1,592,500 |
20 Francs Or Napoléon 1er Lauré au revers République Française | Minting date: 1807 to 1808 Minting number: 1,727,451 |
20 Francs Gold Napoléon 1er Laurel on reverse French Empire  | Minting date: 1809 to 1814 Minting number: 13,833,717 |
20 Francs Louis XVIII Dressed Bust  | Minting date: 1814 to 1815 Minting number: 5,643,979 |
| 20 Francs Louis XVIII in exile (London) | Mint date: 1815 Mint number: 871,581 |
20 Francs Louis XVIII Nude Bust  | Date of issue: 1816 to 1824 Number of issues: 12,743,702 |
20 Francs Charles X  | Date of issue: 1825 to 1830 Number of issues: 1,688,298 |
20 Francs Louis Philippe 1er Non Lauré | Date of issue: 1830 to 1831 Number of issues: 2,376,202 |
20 Francs Louis Philippe 1er Lauré | Date of issue: 1832 to 1848 Number of issues: 6,868,934 |
20 Francs Genie 2nd Republic | Date of issue: 1848 to 1849 Number of issues: 2,846,061 |
20 Francs Ceres | Date of issue: 1849 to 1851 Number of issues: 16,720,353 |
20 Francs Louis Napoléon Bonaparte | Mint date: 1852 Mint number: 10,493,758 |
20 Francs Napoléon III Tête Nue | Date of issue: 1853 to 1860 Number of issues: 146,544,669 |
20 Francs Napoléon III Lauré | Date of issue: 1861 to 1870 Number of issues: 85,466,540 |
20 Francs Genie 3rd Republic | Date of issue: 1871 to 1898 Number of issues: 86,091,216 |
20 Francs Coq Marianne | Date of issue: 1898 to 1914 Number of issues: 117,448,888 |
40 Francs Gold
Gold coins FRANCE. Between 1802 and 1839, the period corresponding to the end of the reign of Louis-Philippe 1st, the Pièce de 40 Francs Or was minted. This marked a pivotal era in French monetary history. This series of Gold Coins, comprising eight distinct varieties, reflects the economic stability of the era. But also the political and social changes that marked the period. Each of these variations offers collectors and Numismatics enthusiasts a fascinating opportunity to explore the subtleties of minting, the symbols used and the aesthetic choices made. In doing so, they offer an enriching dive into the historical context of each issue.
Weight: 12.9 grams
Titration : 900/1000 pure gold
Diameter: 26 mm
| Gold coins | Date and number of keystrokes |
|---|---|
40 Francs Or Bonaparte 1er Consul | Minting date: Year 11 (1802 to 1803) to Year 12 (1803 to 1804) Minting number: 479,521 |
40 Francs Gold Napoleon Emperor Year 13 and Year 14 | Date of issue: Year 13 (1804 to 1805) to Year 14 (1805 to 1806) Number of issues: 372,696 |
| 40 Francs Gold Napoleon 1er | Minting date: 1806 to 1807 Minting number: 291,584 |
40 Francs Napoleon Emperor Revers République | Minting date: 1807 to 1808 Minting number: 71,866 |
40 Francs Gold Napoleon Emperor reverse Empire | Date of issue: 1809 to 1813 Number of issues: 2,101,580 |
40 Francs Gold Louis XVIII  | Date of issue: 1816 to 1824 Number of issues: 539,586 |
40 Francs Gold Charles X | Date of issue: 1824 to 1830 Number of issues: 478,824 |
50 Francs Gold
Gold coins FRANCE. Numismatic enthusiasts take a keen interest in 50 Franc Gold Coins, attracted by their distinctive characteristics. Between 1855 and 1904, a significant number of these Gold Coins were minted. That's around 950,000 French 50 Franc Gold Coins. As a result, this period encompasses a rich historical diversity, and each coin carries not only an intrinsic value in gold, but also a historical value. This, in turn, bears witness to the events and developments that marked this specific slice of the 19th and early 20th centuries in France. In this way, the collection of these coins offers a fascinating exploration of the monetary and cultural history of the period.
Weight: 16.12 grams
Titration : 900/1000 pure gold
Diameter: 28 mm
| Gold coins | Date and number of keystrokes |
|---|---|
50 Francs Gold Napoleon III Naked Head | Date of issue: 1855 to 1859 Number of issues: 764,385 |
50 Francs Gold Napoleon III Head Laurel | Date of issue: 1862 to 1968 Number of issues: 166,989 |
50 Francs Gold Genie | Date of issue: 1878 to 1904 Number of issues: 26,975 |
100 Gold Francs
Gold coins FRANCE. In fact, the 100 Francs Gold Coin stands out as the most imposing French Gold Coin . Both in terms of size and weight. Thus, this exceptional coin, by its size and mass, symbolizes not only material wealth, but also the historical and cultural grandeur it represents. It embodies a specific period in French monetary history. Its generous format offers collectors a unique experience. This makes it a must-have for anyone interested in Numismatics. The 100 Francs Bazo Gold Coin was minted in 1929. It weighs 6.55g and has a diameter of 21 mm.
Weight: 32.25 grams
Titration : 900/1000 pure gold
Diameter: 35 mm
| Gold coins | Date and number of keystrokes |
|---|---|
100 Francs Gold Napoleon III Naked Head | Date of issue: 1855 to 1859 Number of issues: 346,514 |
100 Francs Gold Napoleon III Head Laurel | Mint date: 1861 to 1870 Mint number: 96,950 |
100 Francs Gold Genie | Date of issue: 1878 to 1914 Number of issues: 438,595 |
100 Francs Gold Bazor | Date of issue: 1929 to 1936 Number of issues: 13,791,116 |
What are the advantages of buying gold coins?
Investing in gold is gaining in importance, and there are many ways to invest in precious metals. However, there are many advantages tobuying gold coins:
- Safe-haven value: In times of economic inflation, gold maintains a stable and significant value, making it a reliable refuge.
- Affordability: On the one hand, Gold Coins are more affordable than gold bullion, offering a more accessible investment option.
- Ease of resale: On the other hand, Gold Coins are easier to resell than bullion, as they are fractionable, allowing transactions in several parts.
- Universality: Gold coins are widely traded around the world, making up a significant part of the gold trade.
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How to recognize French Gold Coins?
There are several criteria for identifying a genuine French gold coin. It is advisable to consult numismatic experts to accurately assess the value of coins. However, here are a few clues that may help you recognize a gold coin:
- Its color.
- Room dimensions.
- The distinguishing marks of a genuine gold coin, such as the engraver's mark and the mint's identification.
- The sound of the room.
- The weight of the part.
The use of a spectrometer is the most accurate tool for estimating the composition of a gold coin. Every Comptoir de l'Or Abacor is equipped with a spectrometer, enabling our experts to estimate the composition of your gold coins.
Abacor experts can advise you by telephone or at the Comptoir de l'Or of your choice. From then on, they offer you personalized advice and guidance onbuying and selling gold, free of charge all year round:
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