5 Francs, France

5 Francs, France, 1955-1973 obverse image5 Francs, France, 1955-1973 reverse image
5 Francs coin main info

Main information

  • Country:
    France flagFrance
  • Years of Minting:
    1955-1973
  • Period:
    French Union (1946-1958) Fifth Republic (1958-date)
  • Coin Type:
    Standard circulation coin
  • Edge:
    Plain
  • Shape:
    Round
  • Technique:
    Milled
  • Mint:
    Monnaie de Paris, Paris (and Pessac starting 1973), France (864-date)
5 Francs Reference Price

Reference Price

$0.99-$25.99

The actual value of the coin may differ depending on its condition, luster, rarity, and other factors. This is a rough estimation.

5 Francs Coin Design

Coin Design

Reverse

Description:

Sugar cane plants divides value.

Engraver:

Lucien Georges Bazor

Designer:

n/a

Obverse

Description:

Marianne head left, wearing a winged phrygian cap. 4 ships in the background. Date below.

Engraver:

Lucien Georges Bazor

Designer:

n/a

Edge

Description:

Plain

5 Francs Lettering

Lettering

Obverse:

RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE L.BAZOR GB 1955

Reverse:

RÉUNION 5 FRS

5 Francs Physical Feature

Physical Feature

Composition

Aluminium (95% Aluminium, 5% Magnesium)

Size

5 Francs sizes
  • Weight:3.5 g
  • Diameter:31 mm
  • Thickness:2.3 mm
  • Edge:Plain

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