Lot #98: .835 and .900 Silver Napolean French Coins

This group features three historic French silver coins spanning the reigns of Napoleon I and Napoleon III, representing different eras of the French Empire. Each coin was struck at the Paris Mint, indicated by the "A" mint mark. Coin 1: 1808-A Napoleon I ½ Franc Struck during the height of the First French Empire, this coin features the laureate portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte. Composition: .900 Fine Silver. Weight: Approximately 2.50g. Diameter: 18 mm. Design: Features the "Napoleon Empereur" legend on the obverse and "République Française" on the reverse, reflecting the transition of France's official status during this period. Coin 2: 1866-A Napoleon III 1 Franc This coin dates to the Second French Empire under Napoleon III, the nephew of Napoleon I. Composition: .835 Fine Silver. Weight: Approximately 5.00g. Diameter: 23 mm. Design: Displays the laureate head of the Emperor on the obverse and the crowned Imperial Arms on the reverse. Coin 3: 1865-A Napoleon III 50 Centimes A fractional denomination from the same period as the 1 Franc, exhibiting matching Imperial iconography. Composition: .835 Fine Silver. Weight: Approximately 2.50g. Diameter: 18 mm. Design: Features a central large crown on the reverse with the date and "50 Cent." denomination below. Pickup category timeslot {A}