Coin pendant - 22 kt. Yellow gold






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Description from the seller
Pendant consisting of a 20 francs gold coin – Napoléon III (1867) mounted as a medallion
Charming antique pendant made from a genuine 20 francs gold coin Napoleon III, dated 1867, mounted in a medallion in an ornate setting.
The coin is visible on both sides:
• obverse: laurel-crowned profile of Napoléon III with the legend “NAPOLEON III EMPEREUR”,
• reverse: the arms of the French Empire surmounted by the imperial crown, surrounded by the legend “EMPIRE FRANÇAIS” and the face value “20 F” with the date 1867.
The round frame emphasizes the coin with a festooned/corded edge giving a beautiful relief effect, with a mobile bail allowing the medallion to be worn on a fine or medium chain.
Specifications
• Item: pendant / medallion
• Coin: 20 francs gold Napoléon III
• Date: 1867
• Coin metal: gold (typical alloy of the 20 F Napoleon)
• Mount: decorative round surround, corded edge, welded bail for chain passage
• Total weight: 8.20 g
Condition
Very good overall condition:
• coin reliefs well preserved, legends legible,
• mount solid, bail securely closed,
• fine signs of wear and micro-scratches, normal for antique jewelry worn.
Presentation & shipping
• Coin checked by a professional jeweler
• Careful shipping, tracked and insured
• Any duties or import taxes are the buyer’s responsibility.
Seller's Story
Pendant consisting of a 20 francs gold coin – Napoléon III (1867) mounted as a medallion
Charming antique pendant made from a genuine 20 francs gold coin Napoleon III, dated 1867, mounted in a medallion in an ornate setting.
The coin is visible on both sides:
• obverse: laurel-crowned profile of Napoléon III with the legend “NAPOLEON III EMPEREUR”,
• reverse: the arms of the French Empire surmounted by the imperial crown, surrounded by the legend “EMPIRE FRANÇAIS” and the face value “20 F” with the date 1867.
The round frame emphasizes the coin with a festooned/corded edge giving a beautiful relief effect, with a mobile bail allowing the medallion to be worn on a fine or medium chain.
Specifications
• Item: pendant / medallion
• Coin: 20 francs gold Napoléon III
• Date: 1867
• Coin metal: gold (typical alloy of the 20 F Napoleon)
• Mount: decorative round surround, corded edge, welded bail for chain passage
• Total weight: 8.20 g
Condition
Very good overall condition:
• coin reliefs well preserved, legends legible,
• mount solid, bail securely closed,
• fine signs of wear and micro-scratches, normal for antique jewelry worn.
Presentation & shipping
• Coin checked by a professional jeweler
• Careful shipping, tracked and insured
• Any duties or import taxes are the buyer’s responsibility.
Seller's Story
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