5 Francs (1848 - 1849)
Features
| Denomination | 5 Francs |
| Catalog Number | KM# 756 |
| Weight (g) | 25 |
| Diameter (mm) | 37 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Silver (.900) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 17.16 |
| Orientation | Coin orientation ↑↓ |
| Demonetized |
Obverse
Engraved by Augustin Dupré
Lettering:
LIBERTÉ ÉGALITÉ FRATERNITÉ
Description:
Hercules group and national motto.
LIBERTÉ ÉGALITÉ FRATERNITÉ
Description:
Hercules group and national motto.
Reverse
Engraved by Augustin Dupré
Lettering:
RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE
5
FRANCS
1849
BB
Description:
Denomination and date within wreath.
RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE
5
FRANCS
1849
BB
Description:
Denomination and date within wreath.
Edge
Lettering:
DIEU PROTEGE LA FRANCE
Description:
Insription: "GOD SAVE THE FRANCE".
DIEU PROTEGE LA FRANCE
Description:
Insription: "GOD SAVE THE FRANCE".
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1848 A | 16,648,000 | Rare | |
| 1848 A | Proof | Very Rare | |
| 1848 BB | 2,300,000 | Rare | |
| 1848 D | 136,000 | Very Rare | |
| 1848 K | 428,000 | Rare | |
| 1849 A | 29,338,000 | Not Common | |
| 1849 BB | 2,594,000 | Rare | |
| 1849 K | 471,000 | Rare |