The Gold Franc was once a key part of Europe’s money system before the Euro came into circulation. As part of the Latin Monetary Union, the 40 Franc Gold Coin was one of the most commonly used denominations in France. Today, you can purchase 40 Francs France Gold Coins from the time of Louis Philippe I through BullionMax.

Coin Highlights:

• Arrives in a protective plastic flip!
• Issued during the reign of Louis Philippe I!
• Circulated condition!
• Contains .3734 Troy oz of actual gold content.
• Bears a face value of 40 Francs from France.
• The obverse features a portrait of King Louis Philippe I.
• On the reverse is a laurel wreath surrounding the face value.
• Please note that the year of issue on the coin can vary from coin to coin.

Each of these 40 Francs France Gold Coins comes in circulated condition and is packaged in a plastic flip for protection. Since these are circulated examples, you may see signs of wear such as scratches, small dings, or other marks from handling. The coins are selected randomly based on available inventory, so we can’t guarantee a specific year. If you order more than one, the coins you receive might share the same date or have different dates.

Louis Philippe I ruled France from 1830 to 1848, leading during a time called the July Monarchy. He took the throne after King Charles X was removed during the July Revolution. Often called the “Citizen King,” Louis Philippe tried to maintain a balance between monarchy and democratic principles. His rule saw progress in areas like transportation and the economy, but social unrest eventually led to his downfall.

The front side of the coin shows a portrait of King Louis Philippe I. These coins were made in a neoclassical style that was common in the mid-1800s. The king is shown in profile facing left, and inscriptions highlight his status as the “King of the French,” reflecting the constitutional nature of his monarchy.

On the back side, the coin features a laurel wreath that circles the denomination and the year. These coins were made with 90% gold and 10% copper to increase durability for everyday use.

If you have questions about these or other gold coins, BullionMax customer service is happy to help. You can reach us by phone at 800-729-3202, through our web chat, or by email.