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anonymous
2015-02-19
FRANCE, Second Republic, Louis Philippe, twenty francs, 1848A (KM.750.1). Good very fine.
History and variations of French Franc
The French franc, one of the oldest currencies in the world, has a long and storied history with numerous variations over the centuries. Here's an overview of its history and variations:Medieval Origins:The franc originated as a gold coin minted during the reign of King John II of France (1350-1364) and was known as the franc à cheval, featuri ...
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$140.0 France. Essa 1 Decime, 1840-Paris. Maz-1144. Bronze. By Barre. Louis Philippe I. Laureate head left. Reverse: Mint and date within wreath, ESSAI below. NGC graded MS-64 Brown. Estimated Value $1 ...