FRANCE LUCKY ANGEL 1886 100 FRANC PARIS MINT MS 63 RAW
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Few coins in numismatic history carry the legendary allure and artistic triumphs of the French "Lucky Angel." Struck at the historic Paris Mint, this impressive 1886 100 Franc piece represents the pinnacle of Belle Époque gold coinage. The design, executed by the master engraver Augustin Dupré during the French Revolution, features the winged Genius of France standing before a tablet, inscribing the word "Constitution." Flanked by a fasces—a symbol of authority—and the proud Gallic rooster, the imagery captures the foundational ideals of the French Republic.
According to numismatic lore, Dupré himself was condemned to the guillotine during the Reign of Terror but was spared because he carried one of his newly minted Angel coins in his pocket. This miraculous survival birthed a global legend: sea captains, military officers, and elite collectors ever since have carried the Angel as a powerful talisman of good fortune and protection.
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> Surviving in an exceptional Choice Mint State (MS 63) raw condition, this substantial 100 Franc piece is a rare treasure. Because of their immense size and high gold purity, large-denomination gold coins like this were heavily prone to acquiring surface marks during transit and storage.
This specific raw example defies the odds, boasting vibrant, swirling mint luster across its expansive surfaces. The fields are remarkably clean, framing the intricate details of the Angel’s feathers and the rooster’s plumage with crisp, sharp definition. Untouched by a modern grading holder, this specimen offers an elite acquisition opportunity for the traditionalist collector who values premium eye appeal and the tactile history of world gold. It stands as a magnificent anchor piece for any high-end portfolio aimed at preserving generational wealth.
According to numismatic lore, Dupré himself was condemned to the guillotine during the Reign of Terror but was spared because he carried one of his newly minted Angel coins in his pocket. This miraculous survival birthed a global legend: sea captains, military officers, and elite collectors ever since have carried the Angel as a powerful talisman of good fortune and protection.
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> Surviving in an exceptional Choice Mint State (MS 63) raw condition, this substantial 100 Franc piece is a rare treasure. Because of their immense size and high gold purity, large-denomination gold coins like this were heavily prone to acquiring surface marks during transit and storage.
This specific raw example defies the odds, boasting vibrant, swirling mint luster across its expansive surfaces. The fields are remarkably clean, framing the intricate details of the Angel’s feathers and the rooster’s plumage with crisp, sharp definition. Untouched by a modern grading holder, this specimen offers an elite acquisition opportunity for the traditionalist collector who values premium eye appeal and the tactile history of world gold. It stands as a magnificent anchor piece for any high-end portfolio aimed at preserving generational wealth.
| Additional Information | |
|---|---|
| COUNTRY | FRANCE |
| DENOMINATION | 100 FRANC |
| EdgeItemKey | 001-080-00599 |
| GRADE | MS63 RAW |
| Inventory Type | Stock |
| MINT MARK | PARIS |
| stone info | [] |
| Vendor Style Code | 1886 LUCKY ANGEL 100 FRANC 1886 RAW MS63 |
| YEAR | 1886 |
