France Republique Silver 5 Francs coin 1851

France Republique Silver 5 Francs coin 1851

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Description

France Republique Silver 5 Francs coin 1851

Features

Type Standard circulation coin
Years 1849-1851
Value 5 Francs
Currency Franc (1795-1959)
Composition Silver (.900)
Weight 25 g
Diameter 37 mm
Shape Round
Technique Milled
Orientation Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized 28 June 1928
Number N# 1181 
References F# 327, KM# 761, Gad# 719

Obverse

The bust of Ceres facing left

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REPUBLIQUE * FRANÇAISE.
E.A. OUDINÉ. F.

Translation: French Republic

Engraver: Eugène-André Oudiné Read more on Wikipedia

 

Reverse

The denomination above the date within a wreath with the French motto above around the rim and the mint mark at the bottom of the wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LIBERTE·EGALITE·FRATERNITE
5
FRANCS
1849
A

Translation:
Liberty Equality Fraternity
5
Francs
1851

Engraver: Eugène-André Oudiné Read more on Wikipedia

 

Edge

Inscription in relief

Lettering: DIEU PROTEGE LA FRANCE ☆☆☆

Translation: God Protects France