5 Francs 1955-1973 front 5 Francs 1955-1973 back
5 Francs 1955-1973 photo
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5 Francs

 
Aluminium (95% Aluminium, 5% Magnesium) 3.5 g 31 mm
Description
Issuer
Réunion › Réunion (1848-date)
Period
French Union (1946-1958) Fifth Republic (1958-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1955-1973
Value
5 Francs
Currency
Franc (1816-1965)
Composition
Aluminium (95% Aluminium, 5% Magnesium)
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
31 mm
Thickness
2.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#4069
Rarity index
11%

Reverse

Sugar cane plants divides value.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
RÉUNION
5 FRS

Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Francs 1955-1973 coin from Réunion is that it was minted during a time of great change and evolution for the island. In 1955, Réunion became an overseas department of France, and the coin's design reflects this new status. The coin features the French national motto "Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité" on one side, and the island's name "Réunion" on the other. This coin was also minted during a period of rapid industrialization and economic growth for the island, which saw the development of new industries such as sugar production and tourism.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1955  3000000 - - - - - -
1969  100000 - - - - - -
1970  200000 - - - - - -
1971  100000 - - - - - -
1972  300000 - - - - - -
1973  250000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs 1955-1973 coin.