© Katz Coins Notes & Supplies Corp.
© Katz Coins Notes & Supplies Corp.
5 Francs Pattern of Farochon, 1st competition
1848 year| Tin | 17.27 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1848-1852) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1848 |
| Value | 5 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Tin |
| Weight | 17.27 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#357684 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Three-line legend within a wreath formed by an oak branch and an olive branch.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTÉ ÉGALITÉ FRATERNITÉ
5
FRANCS
1848
Engraver: Jean-Baptiste Eugène Farochon
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Francs (Pattern of Farochon, 1st competition) 1848 from France made of Tin weighing 17.27g is that it was designed by French engraver and medalist, Jean-Jacques Barre, who was known for his work on various French coins and medals during the 19th century.
