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3 Coin Gold Set - Napoleon III

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This product is in preorder

Estimated arrival: May 15 - Jun 12, 2026

Product Details

  • Weight: 3-coin fractional set: 1 oz, 1/4 oz, and 1/10 oz (41.99 g total fine gold).
  • Purity: 999.0 fine gold
  • Obverse: Features a laureate portrait of Emperor Napoleon III inspired by the original engraving by Jean-Jacques Barre, alongside imperial symbols and the Legion of Honour.
  • Reverse: Displays historic French emblems including the imperial eagle, royal lys motifs, quadrilobes from the Middle Ages, and the scepter of Charles V.
  • Packaging: Presented in an elegant lacquered wooden box displaying the three proof coins in fractional order.
  • Certifications and Guarantees: Issued by Monnaie de Paris, guaranteeing the authenticity, weight, and purity of each coin in the set.
  • Unique Feature: Proof quality with reverse-polished tools and a limited mintage of only 400 sets worldwide.

Why Invest in the 3 Coin Gold Set - Napoleon III?

Gold proof coin sets combine historical significance, artistic craftsmanship, and precious metal value in one exceptional collectible. The 3 Coin Gold Set - Napoleon III celebrates the legacy of the French Second Empire through three proof gold coins inspired by the original Napoleon III franc engraved by Jean-Jacques Barre. With only 400 sets worldwide, this Monnaie de Paris release offers strong collector appeal alongside the long-term value retention of physical gold.

Remember that investment gold is exempt of VAT (0% VAT) in most European countries including France, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, and the United Kingdom.

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History of Monnaie de Paris

Founded in 864, Monnaie de Paris is the oldest continuously operating minting institution in the world. Renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and artistic heritage, the French mint has produced coins for over eleven centuries while preserving traditional engraving expertise. Today, Monnaie de Paris continues to create prestigious collector coins and limited-edition releases celebrating French history and iconic figures such as Napoleon III.

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