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Silver coin 5 Francs Napoléon III Lauré
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Silver coin of 5 Francs Napoléon III Lauré. This silver coin, struck with a raised edge bearing the inscription "Dieu Protège La France", was issued under the law of July 18, 1860.
The 5 Francs Napoléon coin has a weight of 25 grams, a diameter of 37 mm, and a titer of 900‰ silver.
It has several particularities, depending on the year and the mint:
- In 1861, in Paris, the letter A appeared in a smaller format.
- In 1862, some pieces had no workshop letter at all.
- In 1869, in Strasbourg, BB letters could be struck in a reduced format.
Some specific editions, such as the 1865 coin minted in Paris, can reach values of up to €1,500 in TTB (Very Very Good) condition.
Silver coin 5 Francs Napoléon III Lauré
Description of the Silver Coin 5 Francs Napoléon III Lauré
Obverse
- Portrait - Effigy of Napoleon III, in profile, head laurel, facing right. The laurel wreath symbolizes imperial glory and authority.
- Caption: Inscription "NAPOLEON III EMPEROR" surrounding the portrait.
- Engraver: "BARRE" signature , visible below the bust, in reference to Jean-Jacques Barre, general engraver of coins.
Revers
Edge: Embossed inscription: "DIEU PROTÈGE LA FRANCE" (GOD PROTECTS FRANCE).
Central motif: laurel wreath surrounding the "5 FRANCS" face value , located in the center.
Exterior legend: "EMPIRE FRANÇAIS" inscription encircling the motif.
Date: Year of mintage under the face value.
Workshop: Workshop letter indicating place of manufacture (e.g. "A" for Paris, "BB" for Strasbourg).
| Metal: Silver | Desc. pile: Effigy of Napoleon III, in profile, laurel head |
| Title: 900 ‰ | Desc. face: laurel wreath surrounding the "5 FRANCS" face value. |
| Strikes: 1861 to 1870 | Circulation: 49,464,783 |
| Political authority : Second Empire | Special feature: n/a |
| Weight: 25 g | Workshops: Paris and Strasbourg |
| Diameter: 37 mm | Engraver: Désiré-Albert Barre |
| Country: France | Certificate of authenticity: Yes |
Silver coin 5 Francs Napoléon III Lauré
| Year | Comments | Workshop | Number | B | TB | TTB | SUP | FDC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1861 | - | A: Paris | 22 098* | 600 | 1 000 | 1 800 | 3 500 | 7 000 |
| 1861 | Small A | A: Paris | 22 098* | 350 | 550 | 1 000 | 2 500 | 6 000 |
| 1862 | - | A: Paris | 27 819 | 280 | 450 | 650 | 1 800 | 5 000 |
| 1863 | - | A: Paris | 14 997 | 350 | 550 | 900 | 2 300 | 4 500 |
| 1864 | - | A: Paris | 32 168 | 450 | 750 | 1 300 | 2 700 | 5 500 |
| 1865 | - | A: Paris | 24 577 | 500 | 800 | 1 500 | 3 200 | 6 000 |
| 1865 | - | BB: Strasbourg | 72 557 | 450 | 750 | 1 300 | 2 700 | 5 500 |
| 1866 | - | A: Paris | 37 893 | 350 | 500 | 850 | 1 800 | 4 000 |
| 1867 | - | A: Paris | 6 586 442 | - | - | 30 | 200 | 700 |
| 1867 | - | BB: Strasbourg | 4 223 870 | - | - | 30 | 200 | 700 |
| 1868 | - | A: Paris | 6 633 998 | - | - | 30 | 200 | 700 |
| 1868 | - | BB: Strasbourg | 12 090 112 | - | - | 25 | 180 | 650 |
| 1869 | - | A: Paris | 2 055 891 | - | - | 35 | 220 | 800 |
| 1869 | - | BB: Strasbourg | 9 596 966* | - | - | 30 | 200 | 700 |
| 1869 | Small BB | BB: Strasbourg | 9 596 966* | 80 | 150 | 450 | - | - |
| 1870 | - | A: Paris | 6 620 297 | - | - | 25 | 180 | 650 |
| 1870 | Small BB | BB: Strasbourg | 2 054 764 | - | - | 35 | 220 | 800 |
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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