5 Francs (Gold Piedfort) 1973 front 5 Francs (Gold Piedfort) 1973 back
5 Francs (Gold Piedfort) 1973 photo
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5 Francs Gold Piedfort

1973 year
Gold - -
Description
Issuer
France
Period
Fifth Republic (1958-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1973
Value
5 Francs (5&nbspFRF)
Currency
New franc (1960-2001)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#415107
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Three intermingled sprigs - wheat, acorns, olives with the denomination above and the date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LIBERTE·EGALITE·FRATERNITE
5
FRANCS
1973

Translation: Liberty Equality Fraternity

Engraver: Louis-Oscar Roty

Edge

Smooth and inscripted

Script: Latin

Lettering: LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE

Translation: Liberty Equality Fraternity

Interesting fact

The Pattern 5 Francs (Gold Piedfort) 1973 from France made of Gold is a rare and valuable coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It is considered a collector's item and its value can reach up to $10,000 or more, depending on its condition and rarity.