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 Charles
X, grandson of Louis XV and brother of Louis XVI and
Louis XVIII, took control of the French Empire in 1824.
He tried to recreate the absolute monarchy enjoyed by his
predecessors before the Revolution. The people of France,
however, wanted a monarch who would accept the principles
of constitutional and parliamentary government. Charles'
abdication on August 4th 1830 put an end to aristocratic control
in France It could be said that the minting of the Charles
X 20 Franc coin marked the end of absolute aristocratic control
in France.
Historic Events
During King Charles X Reign
1824 - Louis XVIII
dies and Charles X ascends the throne.
1825 - French law
recognizes aristocrats for losses in Revolution.
1829 - Jules Armand
de Polignac is appointed Chief Minister.
1830 - Louis-Phillippe
is crowned king of France.
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CHARLES 10th
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1825-1830 |
| WEIGHT: |
.1867 |
| FINENESS:
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.900 gold
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| DIAMETER: |
21 mm |
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Coin:
Charles 10th
Price:
N/A
Grade: XF
Description: French 1825-1831
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Coin:
40 Franc Charles 10
Price:
$481.64
Grade: VF/XF
Description: French 1824-1830
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