20 Centimes 1856 BB "Type 1853-1863" (France, Napoleon III)
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Specification
- MetalSilver (0,900)
- Weight1 g
- Pure silver (0,0289 oz) 0,9 g
- Diameter15 mm
- EdgeReeded
- Aspect ratioCoin (↑↓)
- Mintage UNC13,342
Description
- CountryFrance
- PeriodNapoleon III
- Denomination20 Centimes
- Year1856
- RulerNapoleon III (Emperor of the French)
- MintStrasbourg
- PurposeCirculation

Auction prices
Find out the current coin value of the French 20 Centimes 1856 with mark BB. This silver coin from the times of Napoleon III struck at the Strasbourg Mint. Wondering how much a coin like this is worth? The record price belongs to the lot 51 sold at the MDC Monaco auction for EUR 3,000. Bidding took place May 20, 2017.
How much is the silver coin of Napoleon III 20 Centimes 1856 BB?
According to the latest data as of December 5, 2025 the average price of a Silver coin 20 Centimes 1856 with mark BB is 1700 USD.
Where does our service get data on the current price of the 20 Centimes 1856 with mark BB?
The information on the current value of the French coin 20 Centimes 1856 with the letters BB is based on actual auction sales of similar specimens. To reflect the current price level, our service monitors over 590 numismatic companies and records auction results in the coin catalog and auction archive. Please note that the exact value depends directly on the coin's condition, so the average price serves only as an approximate estimate.
Where can I sell the 20 Centimes 1856 with the letters BB?
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