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Cabinet of Medals
The former Cabinet of Medals (Cabinet des Médailles), now called the Department of Coins, Medals and Antiques, houses all the numismatic and antiquities collections of the Bibliothèque Nationale…
Napoleon coin: a fabulous modern coin
The 100-franc piéfort tête laurée is a fine example of a fascinating French coin. This piece dates from the Second Empire under Napoleon III. It was minted in 1861. On…
The 10 Louis d’or, a fascinating coin
What are the rarest and most expensive French coinages? There are different major periods in French numismatics, from Antiquity to the arrival of the Euro. Royal coins are examples, and…
Monnaie de Paris Museum
Monnaie de Paris was founded in 864 and is considered the oldest institution in France. Its role has always been to strike French coins. For nearly 1200 years, this company…
Spanish Real: a mythical coin
The Spanish Real is a mythical coin. Its history and its geographical origin contribute to making this coin an object appreciated by numismatists. It is the witness of the constitution…
The most prestigious American coins
The geographical origin of a coin is of primary importance in its numismatic value. The United States is no exception and American coins are highly valued by collectors. The prices…
