5 Francs - Louis Philippe (Pattern) 1831 front 5 Francs - Louis Philippe (Pattern) 1831 back
5 Francs - Louis Philippe (Pattern) 1831 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

5 Francs - Louis Philippe Pattern

1831 year
Tin 19.11 g -
Description
Issuer
France
King
Louis Philippe I (Louis-Philippe Ier) (1830-1848)
Type
Pattern
Year
1831
Value
5 Francs
Currency
Franc (1795-1959)
Composition
Tin
Weight
19.11 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#310549
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Value within wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CINQ
FRANCS
A 1831

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 5 Francs - Louis Philippe (Pattern) 1831 from France made of Tin weighing 19.11g is a rare and unique coin, with only 20 examples known to exist. It was created as a pattern coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a prototype or sample for a potential new coin design. The coin features an image of King Louis Philippe on one side and a wreath of laurel leaves on the other. Due to its rarity and historical significance, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch high prices at auction.