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5 Francs pattern of Bazor, Pétain 3rd type, small
1941 year| Copper-nickel | 4 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | French State (1940-1944) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1941 |
| Value | 5 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#88881 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
S. PACIS at the top of the francisque, P. PETAIN at its base.
5 smaller than the type adopted and F different
Script: Latin
Lettering: TRAVAIL - FAMILLE / PATRIE // 5 - F. / 1941 / ESSAI
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
This coin was designed by French sculptor and engraver, Albert Bazor, and features a portrait of Marshal Philippe Pétain, who served as the Chief of State of Vichy France during World War II. The coin was minted in 1941, during a time when France was under German occupation, and was intended to be used as a replacement for the French franc. However, the coin was never widely circulated and is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.
