Who was the first President elected during the coin's era?
French 20 Francs Ceres
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The first President elected during the 20 franc ceres era was Prince Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, the nephew of Napoleon Bonaparte, on December 10, 1848. This adds an intriguing historical context for those interested in the political shifts and influential figures of 19th-century France.
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French 20 Francs Ceres
The Case: Three Years, One Republic The French Ceres 20 franc had one of the shortest lives of any major European gold coin — three years, 1849 through 1851, the exact lifespan of the government that issued it. The Second Republic was born when the Revolution of 1848 ousted King Louis Philippe, elec...
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