French 20 Franc Gold Coin (Napoleon, Rooster) Value Today
A French 20 Franc Gold Coin (Napoleon, Rooster) contains 0.1867 troy oz of gold, worth $748.81 (€668.04) at today's price of $4,010.77 an ounce.
Live price Oct 26, 2026, 19:17 UTC · Melt value, not a dealer offer
Specifications
| Country | France |
|---|---|
| Face value | 20 French francs |
| Weight | 6.451 g |
| Purity | 90% gold |
| Gold content | 0.1867 troy oz (5.807 g) |
| Mint | Monnaie de Paris |
| Design | Several types share one standard, including Napoleon, Angel (Génie) and Rooster (Marianne) designs. |
What it's worth when you sell
90% gold. All 20 franc gold types share the same weight and fineness. Belgian 20 francs, Italian 20 lire and Swiss 20 francs use the same 6.45 g, .900 standard.
Common dates usually sell to dealers for around their melt value; scarce dates, mint marks and coins in top condition can be worth much more. For a valuable-looking coin, check a price guide or have it graded before selling.
French 20 Franc Gold Coin (Napoleon, Rooster): FAQ
How much is a French 20 Franc Gold Coin (Napoleon, Rooster) worth in gold?
About $748.81 at today's gold price of $4,010.77 an ounce (Oct 26, 2026, 19:17 UTC). That is its melt value: 0.1867 troy oz of gold × the spot price. Common dates usually sell for around melt value; scarce dates and coins in top condition can be worth more.
How much gold is in a French 20 Franc Gold Coin (Napoleon, Rooster)?
0.1867 troy ounces (5.807 grams) of pure gold, in a coin weighing 6.451 g that is 90% gold.
Other gold coins
Sources: Luzerner Kantonalbank – Edelmetall Goldmünzen brochure (gold coin specification table) · Find Bullion Prices – World gold coin melt values · BullionByPost – 1906 French 20 Francs Marianne Rooster. Melt values use the live spot price; not a dealer offer or a numismatic valuation.