© Chaponnière et Firmenich SA
© Chaponnière et Firmenich SA
5 Francs - Louis XVIII Pattern
1817 year| Gold (.900) | 42.93 g | - |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Louis XVIII (1814-1815, 1815-1824) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1817 |
| Value | 5 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 42.93 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#310563 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Coat of arms and value within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5 F
1817 A
Edge
Lettered
Lettering: DOMINE SALVUM FAC REGEM
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Francs - Louis XVIII (Pattern) 1817 from France made of Gold (.900) weighing 42.93 g is that it was designed by the French engraver and medalist, Jean-Pierre Montagny. Montagny was a prominent artist of his time and his designs were known for their intricate details and realistic portrayals. The coin features a portrait of Louis XVIII on one side and an image of a woman representing France on the other. The coin was minted in 1817, during the reign of Louis XVIII, who ruled France from 1814 to 1824.
