The 5 Franc denomination was first issued by France in the early 19th century. Following the establishment of the Franc denomination in 1795, France introduced silver denominations of the coin in 1801. The first of those denominations was the 5 Franc option. Right now, you can purchase 5 Francs France Silver Coins online at Provident Metals.
Highlights:
With your purchase of the 5 Francs France Silver Coins from Provident Metals, we offer the specimens inside of individual protective plastic flips. The coins have random date marks that include either 1801 to the 1880s for the original 5 Francs silver coins, or 1960 to 1969 for the 5 Francs silver coins of the New Franc denomination in the 20th century. Please keep in mind, it is possible to receive coins that have the same dates and designs if you purchase several coins.
Obverse
The obverse side of the 5 Francs France Silver Coins come with several different design elements possible. The coins issued in the original release in the 19th century have varying images of French leaders. First issued during the Consulship, the coins would later feature Napoleon Bonaparte during the first French Empire, King Louis Philippe I, and Napoleon III during the Second Republic and Third Empire.
Reverse
On the reverse face of 5 Francs France Silver Coins are simpler design elements. For example, the original coins of the 19th century have the coins denomination and a date mark in the center with a laurel wreath framing the design field. The New Francs of the 20th century featured the denomination above of a three-spring configuration of oak, acorn, and olive branches, with the date mark below.
History
The original 5 Francs silver coins issued from 1801 to the 1880s had a weight of 25 Grams with 90% silver content, while the modern New Francs in the 1960s had a weight of 12 Grams with .835 fine silver content. The 5 Francs Silver Coins of the 19th century were one of the most produced versions of the franc denomination alongside the 20 and 40 Franc gold coins that later formed the base of the Latin Monetary Union on the European continent.
Ordering
If you have questions, Provident Metals has the answers. We invite you to call us at 800-313-3315, chat with us live online, or email us with any inquiries.
When the subtotal of your purchase, including applicable discounts, is $199 or more, you receive free shipping for your entire order. In order to receive free shipping on purchases of $199 or more, you must live within the 50 US states. For orders less than $199, a $9.95 shipping fee applies. All products are discreetly packaged and shipped with full insurance included.
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All orders of $199 or more that are eligible for free shipping are, by default, shipped via a carrier of our choice (USPS or UPS). Depending on the contents and size of your purchase, you may be able to upgrade to a specific carrier during checkout.
For those orders of $999.99 or less, there is no need to sign for your package. However, you may select the option to require a signature at delivery if you want. This can be chosen and paid for at checkout. All orders of $1000 or more require a signature to complete delivery.
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Year | Random |
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Mint Mark | Not Shown |
Metals Purity | .900 |
Thickness | 2.4 mm |
Diameter | 37.4 mm |
Condition | Varied |
Denomination | 5 Francs |
Country | France |
Edge Style | Reeded |
Certificate of Authenticity | No |
Packaging | Plastic Flip |
Metal Content | .7234 Troy Ounce |
Shipping | Orders over $199 Ship Free |
Product Series | 5 Francs |
Packaging Dimensions | 0.8 x 0.8 x 0.1 |
Provident ID | 3776352 |