French 20 Franc Rooster Melt Value
A French 20 Franc Rooster contains 0.1867 troy oz of pure gold (6.452 g × .900). At $4,147/oz gold, its melt value is about $774.29. Collector value is separate and depends on date, mint mark and grade.
Values above refresh with the October 19, 2026 spot price.
French 20 Franc Rooster specifications
| Years | Fineness | Gross weight | Pure gold | Diameter | Face value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1899–1914 | .900 (90%) | 6.452 g | 5.807 g (0.1867 oz t) | 21 mm | 20 Francs |
France's 20 franc gold piece with Marianne on the obverse and a rooster on the reverse, struck 1899–1914. It follows the Latin Monetary Union standard of 6.452 g of .900 gold.
How the melt value is calculated
Melt value = gross weight × fineness ÷ 31.1035 × spot price. For the French 20 Franc Rooster: 6.452 g × .900 = 5.807 g of pure gold. Divide by 31.1035 grams per troy ounce to get 0.1867 oz, then multiply by $4,147 spot: about $774.29.
Melt value by quantity
| Quantity | Pure gold | Melt value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 coin | 0.1867 oz t | $774.29 |
| 5 coins | 0.9335 oz t | $3,871 |
| 10 coins | 1.8669 oz t | $7,743 |
| 20 coins | 3.7339 oz t | $15,486 |
| 50 coins | 9.3346 oz t | $38,714 |
| 100 coins | 18.6693 oz t | $77,429 |
Melt value vs collector value
Melt value is only what the gold in a French 20 Franc Rooster is worth at today's spot price. A coin's market value can be much higher: scarce dates, mint marks and high grades sell to collectors for a premium, while common dates in worn condition trade closer to melt. Nu Stack does not estimate collector prices on this page. For a specific coin, check the date and mint mark, the condition (a grading service such as PCGS or NGC, or a local dealer) and recent sales.
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Specs: Nu Stack coin database (curated entries and the Numista catalog). Melt values use the gold spot price from the Nu Stack price feed and are estimates of metal content only, not offers to buy or sell.
Frequently asked questions
How much gold is in a French 20 Franc Rooster?
A French 20 Franc Rooster has 5.807 g (0.1867 troy oz) of pure gold: 6.452 g gross weight at .900 fine.
What is a French 20 Franc Rooster worth in melt value today?
About $774.29 at $4,147/oz gold (October 19, 2026). Melt value moves with the gold spot price; this page updates automatically.
Is a French 20 Franc Rooster worth more than its melt value?
It can be. Scarce dates, mint marks and coins in high grades sell above melt value to collectors, while common dates in worn condition trade closer to melt. Check the date, mint mark and condition, or ask a grading service or dealer, for a collector value.