Expert: Brad Swain - 2/21/2010

Question
I have 2 French coins one from 1953, 20 francs and other from 1963, 20 centimes, they're colored with the colors of the french flag, can  you tell me anything about them?

Answer
Hi Hernan, These are aluminum-bronze coins, usually gold in color.
If they've been colorized by someone as art or for whatever reason then most collectors may consider them damaged.
Ordinarily they are both worth up to about $1 with any amount of wear.
You might also try a library for a copy of the Standard Catalog of World Coins for pictures, values and lots more interesting info.
Brad