© CGB
© CGB
5 Francs aluminium pattern
1871 year| Aluminium | 7.08 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Henry of Artois (claimant) (1844-1883) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1871 |
| Value | 5 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 7.08 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#166545 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 5 F / 1871 ESSAI
Unabridged legend: 5 FRANCS
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Seems quite unpublished in aluminum but perhaps referenced by a note in reference books, only one copy has been noticed, that of the sale MONNAIES 19 No. 1391.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Francs (aluminum pattern) 1871 from France was one of the first coins to use aluminum in its production, which was a relatively new metal at the time. The use of aluminum was experimental and was not widely adopted until later, making this coin a unique and interesting piece of numismatic history.
