Napoléon III - Proof Quality quality yeardate 2026
€7,215.00
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Metal
GOLD 999‰
Qualité
Proof
La qualité "Belle Épreuve" est la plus haute qualité numismatique devant les qualités "Brillant Universel" (BU) et "courante". Une pièce belle épreuve est une pièce obtenue au moyen de coins et de flans spécialement préparés et de conditions de frappe particulières, de sorte que les motifs de gravure ressortent avec une grande netteté et que la surface est sans défaut. Les fonds de la gravure sont extrêmement brillants, les reliefs sont matés.
Mintage
400
Millésime
2026
Unveiled for the first time as part of the “Gold of France” numismatic trilogy, the Napoleon III franc is making a grand comeback at the heart of a luxurious, limited-edition series. A reinterpretation of the Napoleonic franc engraved by Jean-Jacq...
Golds of France - Fractional set Napoléon III Proof Quality quality yeardate 2026
€7,215.00
Description
Unveiled for the first time as part of the “Gold of France” numismatic trilogy, the Napoleon III franc is making a grand comeback at the heart of a luxurious, limited-edition series. A reinterpretation of the Napoleonic franc engraved by Jean-Jacques BARRE, these coins feature a laureate portrait of Emperor Napoleon III on the obverse.
His profile was strongly inspired by that of his uncle Napoleon I, who himself built his image on the inspiration of the Roman emperor Julius Caesar. To the right of his profile is the Napoleonic coat of arms, originally featured on the reverse of imperial coins.
These coins are minted in proof quality with tools featuring a “reverse” polish, which highlights the portrait of Napoleon III. The three collector coins are presented in a lacquered wooden case in “fractional” order, from the smallest denomination to the largest. With only 400 copies of each produced, these pure gold collector coins are true works of art, directly inspired by the historical expertise of the Monnaie de Paris.
Our craftman
THE ENGRAVER
Trained at the best schools, they have the years of experience behind them necessary to master all aspects of the craft. Using industrial oil-based modelling clay and working from a design executed freehand or with CAD software, they skilfully fashion a low relief model in order to enhance the engraving and the way it catches the light. They work alternately with concave and convex plaster moulds until satisfied they have achieved the best 3D rendering of the design.
THE MINTER
The first minters began to ply their trade in France when striking with a hammer appeared in the 4th century BC. Nowdays, minsters use press instead of a hammer. Their knowledge of dies, engraving and metals, and their expertise - passed seamlessly down from one generation to the next for centuries - guarantees the excellence of their work.
