1814 French 20 Francs Gold Coin Louis XVIII Uniformed Bust A
The 1814 20 Francs is a French gold coin, minted by the Monnaie de Paris. The weight of the coin is 6.451 grams with a fineness of 900 (21 carat gold), this means it contains 5.806 grams of pure gold. The diameter of the coin is 21 mm. The coin has the mintmark A, indicating it was struck at the Monnaie de Paris, France. **Obverse:** The obverse of the Louis XVIII 1814 20 French Francs depicts the dressed bust, designed by Pierre-Joseph Tiolier. This effigy of Louis XVIII shows his profile pointing to the right. The name of the sculptor, 'Tiolier', is visible at the base of the head. The inscription on the coin reads 'LOUIS XVIII ROI DE FRANCE'. **Reverse:** The reverse of the 1814 Gold 20 Francs features a crowned coat of arms with the text 'PIECE DE 20 FRANCS'. The year of issue 1814 and the mint mark are visible at the bottom of the coin.