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1848 A France, Paris, 5 Francs, 900 Silver, KM# 756.1
1848 A France, Paris, 5 Francs, 900 Silver, KM# 756.1
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Step back in time with this exquisite 1848 A Paris Mint 5 Francs from France, a coin that encapsulates the revolutionary spirit of mid-19th century Europe. Struck in the year of revolutions, this coin is both a piece of currency and a historical artifact.
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Design: The obverse proudly displays the head of Liberty, her hair flowing freely, symbolizing the ideals of freedom and progress that were at the heart of the 1848 revolutions. The reverse features an intricate design of a wreath encircling the denomination "5 FRANCS," with the date and mint mark "A" for Paris beneath.
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Material: Crafted from 900 fine silver, this coin not only holds numismatic value but also the intrinsic worth of silver, making it appealing to both collectors and investors.
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Historical Context: Issued during a pivotal year in French and European history, this coin was part of the currency used during the Second French Republic, a brief but significant period that saw the end of the July Monarchy and the rise of Napoleon III.
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