The French Gold 20 Francs Lucky Angel has a long and storied history. Produced by the Paris Mint, these coins came to be known as “Lucky Angels”.  It is speculated that these French 20 Francs are termed “Lucky Angels” as a result of the designer, Augustin Dupre, and his escape from the guillotine by the bribing of a guard with one of these Gold coins.

The story became legend and many around Europe, including Napoleon Bonaparte, would keep one of these coins on their person for good luck. Now you too can have a bit of luck whether you are and investor or collector by adding these 20 Franc Angels to your precious metals portfolio.

These coins are most often bought by collectors that enjoy adding historic coins to their Gold collection.

Coin Highlights:

• Contains .1867 ounce actual gold weight
• Purity: 90% gold
• Obverse: Genius, guardian angel of France
• Reverse: France’s motto around oak leaf wreath
• Mint: Paris Mint

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The French Gold 20 Francs Rooster AU is a classic Gold French coin, recognized worldwide.  Produced at the Paris mint, one of the oldest institutions in France, the French 20 Franc Rooster is arguably one of the most beautiful of the French Francs.  These Gold 20 Francs were minted from 1899 until 1914.

These Gold 20 Francs are 90% Gold and contain .1867 ounce of actual Gold weight.  These coins are not a full troy oz like modern day Gold bullion coins.

The image on the obverse side of the French 20 Franc Rooster is of Marianne, Goddess of Liberty and is symbolic of the French Republic. The reverse side is a stunning depiction of a Gallic Rooster, regal in its appearance and posture.

These coins are better suited for the collector, or someone looking to add historic variety to their precious metals collection.  If you are looking to purchase sovereign mainstream Gold bullion coins, we suggest you consider the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf pure Gold coins instead.

Add a bit of history to your precious metals portfolio with these French 20 Franc gold coins.

Coin Highlights:

• Contains .1867 ounce actual Gold weight
• Purity: 90% gold
• Obverse: Marianne, Goddess of Liberty
• Reverse: Gallic Rooster
• Mint: Paris Mint

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