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5 Francs - Napoleon III small head
| Gold (.900) | 1.6129 g | 16.7 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Napoleon III (Napoléon III) (1852-1870) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1855-1860 |
| Value | 5 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 1.6129 g |
| Diameter | 16.7 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 25 June 1928 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#7167 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 24% |
Reverse
The value above the date in a wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EMPIRE FRANÇAIS
5
FRANCS
1859
A
Translation:
French Empire
5
Francs
1859
A
Engraver: Jacques-Jean Barre
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Francs - Napoleon III (small head) coin is that it was minted during a time of significant political and social change in France. The coin was introduced in 1855, just a year after the establishment of the Second French Empire under Napoleon III, who was the nephew of Napoleon Bonaparte. The coin's design features a portrait of Napoleon III, who was known for his ambitious projects and modernization efforts, including the expansion of the French railway system and the rebuilding of Paris. Despite the coin's gold content and value, it was widely used in circulation and was an important part of everyday transactions in France during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1855 A | 1346 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 A | 2959817 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1857 A | 3477997 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1858 A | 2981761 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1859 A | 5741592 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1859 BB | 2279277 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1860 A | 1157974 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1860 BB | 2021675 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (small head) 1855-1860 coin.
