There were three gold francs issued throughout this period.  The first was the original Napoleon issued in 1803.  It was followed by the gold Angel, which was issued for just 2 years in 1948 and 1949. It was issued again in 1871, remaining in circulation until 1898, when it was replaced by the Marianne Rooster.

The rooster is especially unique for several reasons.  The Paris Mint had produced several re-strikes of the Marianne Rooster, which is one of the reasons they are more common than the earlier gold Angel and often in much better condition.

Coins dated from 1907 to 1914 as well as those from 1951 through 1960 are all restrikes. Despite being extremely popular, they’re typically worth their weight in gold.

Roosters dated 1906 and prior are highly sought after by collectors due to their rarity and value. Unlike re-strikes, they also have numismatic value, which varies based on the coin’s condition, year, and scarcity.

Marianne Gold Roosters are favored by coin enthusiasts, collectors, and investors for their beauty, sharp details, and rich history. The Marianne gold rooster is just under 1/5th of an ounce of gold struck in. 1867 oz of 22-kt gold.

The featured 1909 Marianne gold rooster is brilliant, uncirculated, and in excellent condition. Keep in mind these coins were struck over 120 years ago, and they all contain “bag marks,” as they were transported in canvas bags.

20 gold francs are often sold in tubes of 20 and 50 with significant wear.  Make no mistake, these are not those coins.  At ABS Bullion, we hand-select our gold coins, only choosing the absolute finest available. Each coin arrives in a new direct-fit capsule.