© CGB
© CGB
5 Francs Union et Force, UNION tight, with inner acorns only
| Silver (.900) | 25 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | First Republic (1792-1804) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 10-11 (1801-1802) |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#156967 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
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.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GARANTIE NATIONALE
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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 a time of great political and social change in France. The coin was issued in 1801-1802, during the Consulate period, which was a brief period of relative stability between the French Revolution and the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte. The coin's design, featuring the motto "Union et Force" (Union and Strength) and the image of an acorn, symbolized the ideals of unity and strength that were central to the French Revolution and the nascent French Republic. Despite the turmoil of the time, the coin remained in circulation for over a century, a testament to its enduring value and significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 (1802) A | 1557551 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 11 (1802) K | 28839 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 11 (1802) L | 169037 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 11 (1802) Q | 360106 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 acorns only 10-11 (1801-1802) coin.
