France. 20 Francs 1878-A Génie

For sale, superb French 20 Francs gold coin of the Génie type, struck in 1878 in Paris (A) under the Third Republic. Face value: 20 francs Year: 1878 Mint: A – Paris Metal: Gold 900 fineness Weight: 6.45 g Diameter: 21 mm Fine gold: approximately 5.806 g Type: Génie Estimated condition: TTB / Very Very Fine The coin shows normal and homogeneous wear related to its circulation, with reliefs still well defined. The inscriptions, the date and the main design details remain perfectly legible. Obverse: the Génie de la République standing, holding a tablet of the law and a fasces, with the inscription RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE. Reverse: value “20 FRANCS” at the center of a laurel wreath, with the mint year 1878. Authentic and interesting piece for a collection of French gold coins. The photographs are an integral part of the description and allow the buyer to accurately assess its condition.

Estimate:£760.35

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