French 20 Franc Rooster Gold Coin Avg Circulated - Random Year
- Description
French 20 Franc Rooster gold coins are among the most sought-after collectibles worldwide. The Paris Mint produced them briefly, between 1899 and 1914, using a 90-10 alloy of gold and copper.
French 20 Fran Rooster Gold Coins weigh .1867 oz, which corresponds to the approximate size of a penny.
Through this purchasing option, you are guaranteed to receive an authentic French 20 Franc Rooster Gold Coin in average circulated condition, but mint year is randomly selected at the time of shipping, according to our inventory availability.
Coin Highlights
- Contains .1867 oz of 22k gold;
- Produced by the Paris Mint from 1899 to 1914;
- The obverse features Marianne, a French symbol;
- The reverse displays the Gallic rooster, which names the coin;
- Varied mintage;
- Signs of aging, wear and tear.
The Design
J.C. Chaplain created the coin’s original design. It showcases Marianne’s bust, the feminine personification of France. Besides the artist’s name on the lower left, the design includes “REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE.”
The reverse features the “le coq gaulois,” the Gallic Rooster. The rooster is known as an unofficial symbol of France, and it has a full-body depiction in this design.
The inscription arching over the image refers to the French Revolution slogan. “LIBERTE.EGALITE.FRATERNITE,” which translates to Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity, and on the bottom we read the coin’s face value of “20 Fcs.”