Beautiful French Angel gold coins were minted from 1871-1898. These coins are not only beautiful, but also have fascinating legend behind them and present truly a superb choice for all collectors.
Their legend and reputation for bringing luck started with their original designer Augustus Dupre as he claimed to be saved from the guillotine by the lucky Angel coin in his pocket. As Dupre was awaiting horrible destiny under the guillotine he said quick prayer and then bolt of lightning strike nearby causing a panic that saved him from execution.
The legend of these coins as luck bearers didn't stop with Dupre as great Napoleon himself believed in them and according to legend he carried it into all of his battles and misplaced it day after his final defeat in the Battle of Waterloo. Even French pilots in World war I often took a gold Angel coin in their kit, believing it will bring them luck in air battles.
Angel on these coins represents French spirit, and rooster next to the Angel symbolizes vigilance. Behind the angel stands the bundle of rods, which is symbol of power from Roman history as it was carried by Roman magistrates. On reverse site of the coin is famous slogan "Liberite Egalite Fraternite" , year and value of coin.
These beautiful gold coins are especially popular in Europe, because of their historical significance and many legends that go with them. Their gold content is 0.1867 troy oz, their diameter size is 21 mm and their finesses is .900.
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