© CGB
© CGB
5 Francs Union et Force, UNION untight, with inner acorn below and outer acorn
| Silver (.900) | 25 g | 34 mm |
| 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 | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 25 June 1928 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#156960 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
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 a time of great turmoil in France, specifically during the French Revolution. The coin's design, featuring an inner acorn below and outer acorn 6-8, symbolizes the union and strength of the French people during this period. Despite the challenges faced by the country at the time, the coin's high silver content (.900) and weight (25g) reflect the value and stability that the French government aimed to convey through its currency.
