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Lot 32

1860 Five Francs French Empire Napoleon III Gold Coin

Sold December 11, 2025

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$225
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About this lot

Estimated Value: $290-350

Origin: Strasbourg, France

Denomination: 5 Francs

Year: 1860

Mint: Strasbourg Mint

Grade/Condition: VG

Metal: 90 % gold and 10% copper

Weight (+/- 0.2g): 3.1 grams in plastic and paper casing

Additional Description: Struck in 1860 during the reign of Napoleon III, this Five Francs gold coin reflects the elegance and authority of the Second French Empire. The obverse features a finely modeled portrait of Napoleon III, capturing the emperor’s distinctive profile and the imperial dignity that marked his rule. The reverse bears the denomination within a laurel wreath, a classical symbol of victory and prestige, accompanied by the traditional inscriptions of the period. Believed to be of VG (Very Good) grade, the coin shows the expected wear from circulation while retaining the clarity of its major design elements. The BB mintmark indicates its origin at the Strasbourg Mint, one of France’s principal production sites, adding a layer of historical specificity.

Lot details

Lot
32
Closed
December 11, 2025
Sold $225
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