5 Francs Bonaparte First Consul
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The 5 Francs Bonaparte Premier Consul Coin.
This silver 5 Franc Bonaparte coin, also known as the "Écu", depicts Napoleon I bareheaded. It was introduced by the law of 7 Germinal An XI (March 28, 1803) and formalized by the decree of 28 Germinal An XI (April 18, 1803).
This coin circulated during the Consulate period, between An XI and An XII.
Special features of certain programs :
- Coins minted in Bayonne in Year XI feature distinctive markings, such as a lion's head or a tulip.
- Some Year XII coins minted in Paris feature a tightly-packed graining pattern.
- In Toulouse, some Year XII coins show a "12" overprinted on the previous year's "XI".
The Year XII coin minted in Turin is one of the rarest. In B (good) condition, its value can reach 1,500 euros.
5 Francs Bonaparte First Consul
Description of the coin 5 Francs Bonaparte First Consul
This coin was put into circulation during the Consulate, a transitional period between the French Revolution and the Empire, when Bonaparte exercised centralized power as First Consul. It reflects the adoption of the decimal system and symbolizes the monetary stability sought after the turbulence of the Revolution.
Special features and rarities :
Some programs have special features that make them particularly sought-after:
- An XI - Bayonne: Some coins feature distinctive symbols such as a lion's head or a tulip.
- An XII - Paris: Some strikes are characterized by a tightly-packed graining around the border.
- An XII - Toulouse: Some pieces show a "12" engraved over an "XI", reflecting a reuse of previous blanks.
- An XII - Turin: This version is extremely rare and can reach a value of €1,500 in B (good) condition.
The 5 Francs Bonaparte Premier Consul coin is a symbol of the monetary order re-established under Napoleon. Appreciated for its artistic finesse and historical significance, it is highly prized by collectors, particularly for its rare variants and workshop-specific minting.
| Metal: Silver | Top: Portrait facing left |
| Title: 900 ‰ | Desc. face: "5 FRANCS" is highlighted |
| Minting: Year XI - Year 12 | Circulation: 11,543,842 |
| Political authority : Consulate | Special feature: n/a |
| Weight: 25 g | Workshops: Multiple - Table below |
| Diameter: 37 mm | Engraver: Pierre-Joseph Tiolier |
| Country: France | Certificate of authenticity: Yes |
5 Francs Bonaparte First Consul
| Year | Contents | Workshop | Number | B* | TB** | TTB*** | SUP**** | FDC***** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| An XIA | - | Paris | 3 877 151 | 45 | 80 | 300 | 1 300 | 6 000 |
| An XID | - | Lyon | 5 547 | 900 | 1 600 | 3 000 | - | - |
| Year XIK | - | Bordeaux | 30 617 | 200 | 350 | 800 | 2 500 | - |
| Year XIL | Lion's head | Bayonne | 119 269* | 400 | 750 | 1 600 | - | - |
| Year XIL | Tulip | Bayonne | 119 269* | 200 | 350 | 750 | 2 300 | - |
| An XIMA | - | Marseille | 205 732 | 150 | 280 | 650 | 2 000 | - |
| Year XIQ | - | Perpignan | 309 220 | 100 | 180 | 550 | 1 700 | - |
| An XIT | - | Nantes | 17 864 | 500 | 1 000 | 2 400 | - | - |
| Year 12A | - | Paris | 3 453 963* | 50 | 70 | 250 | 1 200 | 7 000 |
| Year 12A | Tight Grenetis | Paris | 3 453 963* | 200 | 450 | 900 | 2 300 | - |
| Year 12B | - | Rouen | 34 557 | 280 | 500 | 1 200 | - | - |
| Year 12BB | - | Strasbourg | 17 765 | 120 | 220 | 2 200 | - | - |
| Year 12D | - | Lyon | 115 564 | 1 000 | 1 800 | 550 | 1 900 | - |
| Year 12G | - | Geneva | 13 792 | 180 | 300 | 4 500 | - | - |
| Year 12H | - | La Rochelle | 69 939 | 120 | 220 | 750 | 2 200 | - |
| Year 12I | - | Limoges | 421 811 | 120 | 220 | 550 | 1 900 | - |
| Year 12K | - | Bordeaux | 462 481 | 100 | 200 | 550 | 1 900 | - |
| Year 12L | - | Bayonne | 310 664 | 50 | 90 | 500 | 2 000 | - |
| Year 12M | - | Toulouse | 1 199 306* | 200 | 350 | 250 | 1 200 | - |
| Year 12M | 12 of XI | Toulouse | 1 199 306* | 200 | 350 | 750 | 2 300 | - |
| Year 12MA | - | Marseille | 148 971 | 80 | 160 | 650 | 1 900 | - |
| Year 12Q | - | Perpignan | 578 350 | 250 | 400 | 400 | 1 600 | - |
| Year 12T | - | Nantes | 113 319 | 150 | 280 | 650 | - | - |
| Year 12U | - | Turin | 9 953 | 1 800 | 5 500 | 7 500 | - | - |
| An 12W | - | Lille | 28 007 | 200 | 350 | 750 | 2 300 | - |
State of preservation of silver coins in detail
B* = BEAUTIFUL. Lots of wear but all inscriptions must be legible.
TB** = VERY BEAUTIFUL. Normal wear, all relief and inscriptions must be clear. The coin should not have any dings on the edge or scratches on the blank.
TTB*** = VERY, VERY BEAUTIFUL. Little wear, the relief of the piece should be complete and clear. Clean and flawless.
SUP**** = SUPERB. Near mint condition but with slight traces of circulation. It should still have its original shine. Older pieces may have some oxidation, patina or discoloration.
FDC***** = CORNER FLEU. Perfect condition, showing no signs of circulation. The coin has retained its original shine.
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