Who was the general coin engraver for this coin?
French 100 Francs Angel
Gold Historic Fractional Coins
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Désiré-Albert Barre was the general coin engraver for the French 100 Francs Angel. His involvement signifies the coin's high level of craftsmanship and historical authenticity, which is highly valued by collectors.
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French 100 Francs Angel
The Case: The Most Beloved Design in French Gold — at Less Than One Five-Hundredth the Supply The winged Genius of Augustin Dupré — the "Angel" — is among the most recognized and admired images ever struck in gold. First engraved during the French Revolution, it became the face of ten...
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