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1899-1906 Gold French 20 Franc Bullion Rooster/Cockerel Coin
Buy 1899-1906 French 20 Francs - Rooster Reverse - Selected Bullion Coins.
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(VAT Exempt)
(VAT Exempt)
Buy 1899-1906 French 20 Francs - Rooster Reverse - Selected Bullion Coins.
Issued between 1899-1906, the gold French 20 Franc coin with the Rooster reverse is a popular choice for investors looking for interesting coins to add to the portfolio.
- Contains 0.1867 troy ounce gold
- Struck in 0.900 gold fineness
- Investment Gold - VAT free
- Low premiums!
This investment product is our choice of date.
Gold French Coins
Struck in 0.900 fineness, the 20 Franc coin contains 0.1867 troy ounce of gold. These selected bullion coins are sold at a low margin over the spot gold price.
This is sold as a bullion coin at a low premium above the gold spot price, the finish is uncirculated - this is not the grade. If you are looking for a dated or a graded coin please contact our showroom on 01253 343081.
Edge
French 20 Franc coins with the Rooster reverse, struck between 1899 to 1906 feature the edge lettering DIEU PROTEGE LA FRANCE. Coins struck from 1907 bear the edge lettering:
LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE.
Obverse
The obverse engraving was designed by Jules-Clément Chaplain. It displays the French national symbol, Marianne with the engraver's name set in relief J C CHAPLAIN. The coin features the inscription:
REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE.
Reverse
The reverse features an engraving of the unofficial French national symbol the rooster - the le coq gaulois - by Jules-Clément Chaplain. The coin bears the inscription:
LIBERTE·EGALITE·FRATERNITE· 20 Fcs.
Mint marks are either side of the date. The date will vary.
Key Information
| Intrinsic Value | £443.41 |
| Product ID | 1571 |
| Stock Status | In Stock |
Product Spec
| Metal | Gold |
| Gold Weight Troy Ounces | 0.1867 |
| Fineness/Carat | 0.900 / 21.6 |
| Date | 1899 - 1906 |
| Obverse Designer | Jules-Clément Chaplain |
| Reverse Designer | Jules-Clément Chaplain |
| Mint/Brand | Paris Mint |
| Country | France |
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BOOK NOWDelivery
Chards Coin and Bullion ships to all areas in the United Kingdom, including the Channel Islands.
Please be advised delivery timeframes are reflective of in-stock orders where payment and any necessary identification or onboarding documents have been received.
| Delivery Option | Est. Delivery Time |
|---|---|
| Standard Delivery | 2-3 working days |
| Special Delivery | Next day (1 working day) |
Collections
All orders are free to collect at our showrooms in Blackpool and Hatton Garden, London. To arrange a collection, please call us at 01253 343081 or book an appointment.
International Delivery
The responsibility lies with the buyer to pay duties and taxes to the local customs office. This includes any fees levied for parcels that are marked as returned to sender.
For more information on delivery and collections visit our information page.
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Investment values can fluctuate and may decrease as well as increase. Past performance is not indicative of future results.Pricing:
Prices are based on the current precious metal price and may change.Payment and ID:
You may need to provide identification to make a purchase. You can find more information on payment and identification requirements.Bullion Coins:
These may have minor scratches or edge knocks, but this does not affect their value. Any coin sold for a value less than a 180% intrinsic is considered a bullion coin.VAT:
Investment gold products are VAT-free, while silver products include VAT.Cancellations & Returns:
Once you place an order, you cannot cancel it. We do not currently accept returns, however. You may be able to sell your investment products back to Chards at the current buy back rate.
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