Bidspirit auction | France - 20 Francs 1863

France - 20 Francs 1863 BB - Gold 900, 6.45g, 22mm - Only 10% fees + VAT on this item According to the price of an ounce of pure gold $2,950, the gold price for this currency is: $550.63 Mintage: 4,752,567 coins General Description: This 20 Francs coin from 1863, graded XF (Extremely Fine), features the iconic symbols of the French Republic. The obverse presents a detailed bust of Marianne, the personification of the Republic, with the inscription ”REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE” around her. The reverse displays the denomination ”20 FRANCS” encircled by a laurel wreath, symbolizing victory and strength, with the mint year ”1863” below. The coin retains exceptional details with only light wear consistent with its age, making it a prized example of French gold coinage. Front: The obverse features a left-facing bust of Marianne, with her Phrygian cap, symbolizing freedom. The surrounding legend reads “REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE.” Back: The reverse shows the denomination “20 FRANCS” at the center, encircled by a laurel wreath, with the year “1863” inscribed below.