Why is the coin named "Ceres"?
French 20 Francs Ceres
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May 05, 2025 - 10:50 AM
The coin is named "Ceres" because the obverse features Marianne, an allegorical figure symbolizing the French Republic, who is designed to resemble Ceres, the Roman goddess of agriculture, grain, and maternal love. This connection to Ceres highlights the historical and cultural significance of the 20 Francs Ceres, making it a meaningful addition to a collection.
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French 20 Francs Ceres
Due to their extremely short-lived mintage - just 3 years from 1849-1851 - the French 20 Francs Ceres gold coins is one of the hardest pre-1900 European coins to locate in quantity. It consistently holds distinction as the least expensive pre-civil war antiquity on a per ounce basis - an unmatched o...
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