5 Francs Union et Force, UNION tight, with inner acorn above and outer acorn 6-8 (1797-1799) front 5 Francs Union et Force, UNION tight, with inner acorn above and outer acorn 6-8 (1797-1799) back
5 Francs Union et Force, UNION tight, with inner acorn above and outer acorn 6-8 (1797-1799) photo
© CGB

5 Francs Union et Force, UNION tight, with inner acorn above and outer acorn

 
Silver (.900) 25 g 37 mm
Description
Issuer
France
Period
First Republic (1792-1804)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
6-8 (1797-1799)
Calendar
French republican
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
References
Numista
N#156956
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Hercules, naked with lion skin, in front, uniting the Liberty standing left, holding a pique surmonted by phrygian cap and the Equality, standing right, holding the plane.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
UNION ET FORCE
· Dupré ·

Engraver: Augustin Dupré

Edge

Hollow edge with inscriptions.
The edge wasn't made with collar.

Lettering: GARANTIE NATIONALE

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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the French Revolution, specifically between 1797 and 1799. The coin's design features the motto "Union et Force" (Union and Strength) and an acorn, which symbolizes growth and prosperity. The coin was made of silver (.900) and weighs 25 grams. Despite its age, this coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and rarity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
7 (1798) BB 7306 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs Union et Force, UNION tight, with inner acorn above and outer acorn 6-8 (1797-1799) coin.