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5 Francs - Napoleon III
| Silver (.900) | 25 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Napoleon III (Napoléon III) (1852-1870) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1853-1859 |
| Value | 5 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 25 June 1928 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#1183 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
Crowned and mantled French arms divide denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EMPIRE FRANÇAIS
5 F
1856 A
Translation:
French Empire
5 Francs
1856 A
Engraver: Louis-Charles Bouvet
Edge
Inscription in relief.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIEU PROTEGE LA FRANCE
Translation: God Protects France
Interesting fact
The coin features an image of Napoleon III, who was the nephew of Napoleon Bonaparte and the last French monarch to rule before the fall of the Second French Empire. He was known for his authoritarian rule and his efforts to modernize France, and his image on the coin reflects his importance in French history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1854 A | 10599 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 A | 4094200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 BB | 882257 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 D | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1856 A | 4678445 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 BB | 2125854 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 D | 2248282 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1857 A | 72614 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1858 A | 26734 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1859 A | 3357 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs - Napoleon III 1853-1859 coin.
