20 Centimes
20 Centimes (Marianne Type)
France · 1991
A gold-colored coin featuring the denomination '20 CENTIMES' and year '1991' surrounded by olive branches on the reverse. The obverse typically features a profile of Marianne, the national personification of the French Republic.
- Country
- France
- Year
- 1991
- Denomination
- 20 Centimes
- Metal
- Copper-aluminum-nickel (Aluminum Bronze)
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Overview
A gold-colored coin featuring the denomination '20 CENTIMES' and year '1991' surrounded by olive branches on the reverse. The obverse typically features a profile of Marianne, the national personification of the French Republic.
Historical significance
This coin represents the pre-Euro currency era of France. Part of the 'Marianne' series designed by Henri Lagriffoul, it was common circulation coinage until the adoption of the Euro in 2002.
Estimated value
$0.10 - $0.50 USD (in circulated condition)
Care & preservation
Store in a cool, dry place to prevent oxidation of the aluminum-bronze alloy. Avoid cleaning with abrasive chemicals as this can destroy the coin's natural patina and numismatic value.
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