France Napoleon Bonaparte 250th Birth Anniversary 1 oz Gold 2019 Prooflike

France: 250th Anniversary of the Birth of Napoleon Bonaparte 200 Euro 1 oz Gold 2019

The France: 250th Anniversary of the Birth of Napoleon Bonaparte 1 oz Gold 2019 gold coin is an exceptional collector’s piece dedicated to one of the most recognizable figures in French history. This issue commemorates the 250th anniversary of the birth of Napoleon Bonaparte, the military leader and emperor whose era left a lasting mark on the history of Europe.

Limited French collector coin

The coin was struck from 1 ounce of pure gold with a fineness of 999 and a weight of 31.1 g. Its face value is 200 euro, and its diameter is 37 mm. Its special collector value is emphasized by the extremely low mintage of only 99 pieces. The offered specimen comes with the original box and a Monnaie de Paris certificate of authenticity, also confirming the use of Fairmined gold.

Condition of the offered specimen

The coin is stored in a capsule, which is damaged. The offer includes an actual photo of the coin offered in its capsule, making it possible to assess the actual condition of the specimen and its packaging before purchase.

Monnaie de Paris and Napoleon’s jubilee

Monnaie de Paris is one of the oldest operating mints in the world, and its collector issues combine the French tradition of medallic art with precision craftsmanship. The motif of Napoleon on horseback refers to his military campaigns and the historical iconography of the French emperor.

Obverse and reverse of the coin

The obverse depicts the Sower – the personification of the French Republic – surrounded by stars and geometric lines. Also visible are the RF mark and the split issue date 2019.

The reverse shows Napoleon Bonaparte on a rearing horse, surrounded by soldiers and elements inspired by historical coins. The face value of 200 Euro is placed in the lower part.