Why doesn't the coin feature Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte's image?
French 20 Francs Ceres
Gold Historic Fractional Coins
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May 05, 2025 - 10:51 AM
The coin does not feature Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte's image because the obverse is dedicated to Marianne, symbolizing the French Republic. This choice reflects the values and ideals of the time, emphasizing the republic's significance rather than individual rulers, and offering a unique perspective on French history. This is why the 20 Francs Ceres does not bear his image.
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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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