5 Francs (1849 - 1851)
Features
| Denomination | 5 Francs |
| Catalog Number | KM# 761 |
| 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 Eugène-André Oudiné
Lettering:
REPUBLIQUE * FRANÇAISE.
Description:
Liberty head with grain wreath facing left, name of country surrounds.
REPUBLIQUE * FRANÇAISE.
Description:
Liberty head with grain wreath facing left, name of country surrounds.
Reverse
Engraved by Eugène-André Oudiné
Lettering:
LIBERTE · EGALITE · FRATERNITE
5
FRANCS
1851
A
Description:
Denomination and date within wreath, mint mark below.
LIBERTE · EGALITE · FRATERNITE
5
FRANCS
1851
A
Description:
Denomination and date within wreath, mint mark below.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1849 A | 7,437,000 | Rare | |
| 1849 BB | 916,000 | Rare | |
| 1850 A | 14,619,000 | Rare | |
| 1850 BB | 1,169,000 | Rare | |
| 1850 K | 332,000 | Very Rare | |
| 1851 A | 13,223,000 | Rare |