Own a ready-made slice of French monetary history with this three-coin bundle from the Third Republic (1870–1941)—perfect for world-coin collectors and franc-era enthusiasts. All three are aluminium-bronze, reeded, round, and coin-aligned (180°), offering a cohesive, display-worthy set.
What you get (3-piece set):
France 2 Francs, 1921 — KM# 877
Composition: Aluminium-Bronze | Weight: 8 g | Diameter: 27 mm | Thickness: ~2.14 mm
Type: Circulation coin | Period: Third Republic | Currency: French franc | Edge: Reeded | Shape: Round | Alignment: Coin (180°)
France 1 Franc (1920–1927 type) — KM# 876
Composition: Aluminium-Bronze | Weight: 4.09 g | Diameter: 23 mm
Type: Circulation coin | Period: Third Republic | Currency: French franc | Edge: Reeded | Shape: Round | Alignment: Coin (180°)
France 50 Centimes, 1922 — KM# 884
Composition: Aluminium-Bronze | Weight: 2 g | Diameter: 18 mm | Thickness: 1.21–1.48 mm
Type: Circulation coin | Period: Third Republic | Currency: French franc | Edge: Reeded | Shape: Round | Alignment: Coin (180°)
Cohesive historic set: Three denominations from the same period create a compelling, ready-to-display mini-collection—often preferred to single-coin purchases.
Post-WWI transition piece: These aluminium-bronze issues reflect France’s economic shift after WWI, adding historical depth beyond face value.
Mintage reality: These types were mass-minted (multi-millions) for circulation. They are not rare by mintage, but:
Condition scarcity matters—aluminium-bronze circulated heavily and wears quickly; problem-free, attractive color and luster can command premiums.
Eye appeal & grade drive value; coins with fewer marks, better strike, and original surfaces show better appreciation potential.
Liquidity & demand: Third Republic coins enjoy steady global collector interest—good for future resale and type-set building.
Educational value: Ideal for teaching denomination hierarchy (50c, 1F, 2F), alloy science (aluminium-bronze), and French numismatic history.
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(Authoritative references for specifications, dates, KM numbers, and historical context. Verify exact mintages/varieties per date/grade.)
Standard Catalog of World Coins 1901–2000 (Krause) — canonical KM references for France Third Republic issues (KM# 877, 876, 884).
https://www.krausebooks.com/
Numista — France coin catalogue — specifications, photos, and mintage figures by date/type.
France index: https://en.numista.com/catalogue/pays.php?ct=france
(Search: “KM 877 2 Francs 1921”, “KM 876 1 Franc 1920–1927”, “KM 884 50 Centimes 1922”.)
NGC World Coin Price Guide (France) — professional database with specs, composition, and valuation context by KM.
https://www.ngccoin.com/price-guide/world/
Colnect — France Coins — collector catalogue listing types, years, and metadata (KM cross-refs).
https://colnect.com/en/coins/list/country/67-France
Monnaie de Paris (French Mint) — historical background — official mint with archives and articles on French coinage evolution in the 20th century.
https://www.monnaiedeparis.fr/