© CGB
© CGB
5 Francs Union et Force, UNION tight, with inner acorns and outer acorn, small leaf
6 (1797) year| Silver (.900) | 25 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | First Republic (1792-1804) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 6 (1797) |
| Calendar | French republican |
| Value | 5 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 25 June 1928 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#156965 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
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 the 5 Francs Union et Force coin is that it was minted during the French Revolution, specifically in 1797, and features a unique design that symbolizes the revolutionary ideals of unity and strength. The coin's design includes a wreath of inner acorns and outer acorns, representing the unity of the French people, and a small leaf 6, which signifies the strength and growth of the new French Republic. The coin was made of silver (.900) and weighs 25 grams, making it a valuable and collectible piece of French history.
