Description

French Gold 20 Francs Lucky Angel (AU)

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