5 Francs Union et Force, UNION tight, with inner acorn below and outer acorn 6-10 (1797-1801) front 5 Francs Union et Force, UNION tight, with inner acorn below and outer acorn 6-10 (1797-1801) back
5 Francs Union et Force, UNION tight, with inner acorn below and outer acorn 6-10 (1797-1801) photo
© CGB

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

 
Silver (.900) 25 g 37 mm
Description
Issuer
France
Period
First Republic (1792-1804)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
6-10 (1797-1801)
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#156958
Rarity index
90%

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

Comment

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Credits : CGB (le Franc de poche)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in France, specifically during the French Revolution. The coin's design, featuring the motto "Union et Force" (Union and Strength) and the acorn symbols, was meant to represent the ideals of the Revolution and promote unity among the French people. Despite the chaos and upheaval of the time, the coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency, a testament to the resilience of the French people and their commitment to their ideals.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
9 (1800) MA 2221 - - - - - -
9 (1800) T 19932 - - - - - -
10 (1801) T 5232 - - - - - -

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 below and outer acorn 6-10 (1797-1801) coin.