20 Franc, Napolean I   Napoleon Bonaparte was considered an outsider even through the eyes of his own followers, yet he led France to it's greatest period of historic influence. As a leader Bonaparte brought France to unprecedented heights of glory, only to see it all unravel due to his arrogance and hunger for even more power. The French Napoleon 20 Franc commemorates all of Napoleon Bonaparte's efforts as a world leader. This beautiful gold coin from the early nineteenth century glorifies the monumental legacy of a man who continues to influence the world to this day. Minted from 1809 - 1815 and contains .1867 troy ounces of pure gold. (XF)

20 Franc, Charles X   Charles X, grandson of Louis XV and brother of Louis XVI and Louis XVIII, took control of the French Empire in 1824. He tried to recreate the absolute monarchy enjoyed by his predecessors before the Revolution. The people of France, however, wanted a monarch who would accept the principles of constitutional and parliamentary government. Charles' abdication on August 4th 1830 put an end to aristocratic control in France It could be said that the minting of the Charles X 20 Franc coin (1825-1830) marked the end of absolute aristocratic control in France. (XF)

20 Franc, Ceres   Minted for just over two years (1849 - 1851), this exquisite specimen depicts the Roman god of agriculture - interesting for its time - during one of the mini revolutions, where the people were asking for more than cake to eat. Struck and released during the same period as Bastiat's, 'The Law.' These beautiful coins were struck in .1867 troy ounces of pure gold and each one is over 150 years old. (XF-AU)

20 Franc, Napolean III   This scarce coin is sought after by those who want an unusual piece dated from 1861 and 1878. The Laureate, while not widely available because of its original low mintage, is a nice compliment to a French gold collection." Other Napolean varieties may also be available. (XF-AU)

20 Franc, Angel   These stunningly beautiful coins are minted in .1867 troy ounces of pure gold and every one is over 100 years old. With the popularity of angels today, we thought they would make interesting additions to any collection of world gold coins. Sold elsewhere for as much as two hundred dollars each - you'll be surprised how affordable they are. (XF-BU)

20 Franc, Rooster   One of the most recognized and popular international gold issues. Weighing .1867 troy ounces of pure gold and minted from 1899 to 1914, the "Rooster" was one of the most widely circulated and owned gold coins. Offered as Brilliant Uncirculated.