French 20 Franc Gold (Napoleon / Rooster) melt value
France, 1803–1914. Contains 0.1867 troy oz of pure gold. The value below updates with the live spot price.
Specifications
| Country | France |
|---|---|
| Years | 1803–1914 |
| Denomination | 20 francs |
| Composition | 90% gold, 10% copper |
| Total weight | 6.45 g |
| Purity | .900 (90% gold) |
| Pure gold | 5.807 g (0.1867 troy oz) |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Edge | Lettered |
| Obverse design | Varies: Napoleon, Ceres, Marianne (Rooster type by Jules-Clément Chaplain) |
Specifications: Standard catalog references for French gold.
Common questions
How much gold is in a French 20 Franc Gold (Napoleon / Rooster)?
A French 20 Franc Gold (Napoleon / Rooster) contains 0.1867 troy ounces (5.807 grams) of pure gold. It weighs 6.45 grams in total and is .900 fine.
How is the melt value of a French 20 Franc Gold (Napoleon / Rooster) calculated?
Multiply the pure gold content (0.1867 troy oz) by the current gold spot price. The calculator on this page does this automatically with live prices.
Is a French 20 Franc Gold (Napoleon / Rooster) worth more than melt value?
Often, yes. Scarce dates, certain mint marks and coins in high grade sell to collectors for more than their metal content. Common circulated examples usually trade close to melt. Check the date and mint mark before selling.
Related melt values
Melt value is an estimate of metal content at spot price. It is not an offer, appraisal or measure of collector value.