Gold Francs
20 Francs Gold Coins are a popular investment because each contains around 0.1867 troy ounces (5.8 grams) of pure gold. The historical connection can make them appealing to collectors interested in history and numismatics.
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20 Francs Gold Coins are a popular investment because each contains around 0.1867 troy ounces (5.8 grams) of pure gold. The historical connection can make them appealing to collectors interested in history and numismatics.
Gold franc coins are deeply intertwined with the history of 19th century France and major parts of Europe. The Latin Monetary Union treaty was an effort to unify European trade under a common gold-standard currency that was derived from the French Gold Franc. Millions of gold coins meeting the specifications of the 20 francs were minted by member countries throughout the latter part of the 19th century and up until the outbreak of World War I.
These historic gold coins have survived more than 150 years and continue to be an excellent store of value and wealth. Each 20 Francs gold coin was minted according to the exact standards described in the treaty.
Vintage gold coins are one of the most popular gold bullion investments amongst gold bugs, collectors, stackers and preppers who understand the value in buying fractional gold as a store of wealth.
20 Francs Gold Coins
Each 20 Francs Gold Coin is minted of a 90% gold alloy and has an overall gross weight of 6.45 grams and a diameter of 21mm. The alloy adds a small amount of copper to provide strength and rigidity necessary for circulation. Most often, secondary market and random year 20 francs coins will have the lowest premium. The condition will vary, but most will show signs of circulation that include surface scratches, dirt and bag marks from use in commerce.
Variations of the Gold 20 Franc included the Swiss 20 Franc, Belgian 20 Franc, Spanish 20 Peseta, Greek 20 drachma, Austria 8 florins, Hungarian 8 forint and the Italian 20 lira. Each of these coins share the same physical characteristics and make an excellent store of value and wealth.
- Napoleon III 20 Francs Gold Coin Highlights:
- Minted from 1852-1870
There are two versions of this coin commonly found amongst the bullion market. One variation shows Napoleon wearing a Laureate wreath on his head, the second shows him without the Laureate. Both coins were minted in large numbers and widely circulated.
- "Lucky Angel" 20 Francs Gold Coin Highlights:
- Minted from 1870-1898
The French Angel Gold Coin, minted from 1871 to 1898, is one of the most actively pursued by investors and collectors. Commonly referred to as the "Lucky Angel", originally designed by Augustin Dupre in the late 18th century, the design was resurrected in 1871.
- 20 Francs Gold Rooster Details:
- Minted from 1899-1914 with .1867 ozt of gold
- Obverse: Bust of Marianna
- Reverse: The Gallic Rooster, le coq gaulois.
- Fineness: .900
The French Rooster gold coins were struck by the Paris mint from 1899 until 1914. The obverse contains a bust portrait of Marianne France, a female personification of the values represented by the French Republic: Liberty, Equality, Fraternity.
- Swiss Helvetia 20 Francs Gold Coin Highlights:
- Minted from 1897-1930
- Fineness: .900
- Actual Gold Weight: .1867 troy ounce
Switzerland is best known for its commercial banking facilities that garner the privacy of investors. The concept of modern banking is said to have originated with the Swiss, who are believed to be descendant from the Templar Knights who were exiled from France during the 14th century. They are also known for having some of the most well known private mints in the world.
The Swiss Helvetia 20 Francs is referred to informally as the 'Vreneli', which derived from 'Verena', that is Switzerland's equivalent to Lady Liberty.
For investors, buying Random Year 20 Franc is the most logical choice for those looking for the lowest premium on fractional gold coins. They are highly sought after because they are at a price point that is affordable many.
Oftentimes dealers will have inventory of coins from a specified country and maybe a range of dates. These coins are often sold to collectors at higher premiums. Random Year 20 francs gold coin have a lower premium over spot price than when you choose one from a specific country. Today's monetary worth of a 20 franc gold coin is primarily based on the intrinsic gold value.
Other denominations of the Gold Franc were minted and circulated; including the 5 Francs, 10 Franc Gold Coin, 40 Franc Gold Coin and 100 Franc Gold Coin.
The 20 Francs Gold Coin continues to be one of the most popular fractional gold coin amongst investors, preppers and stackers primarily because of the underlying intrinsic value of the gold. These circulated gold coins are a very popular way to store wealth while taking up very little storage space.
