1835 D France 5 Francs

Year: 1835

Country: France

Mint: Lyon (D)

Denomination: 5 Francs

Weight: 25 g

Silver Composition: .900

Mintage: 1,084,000

Certification: NGC XF45

KM # 749.4

Comments: Coin features Louis Phillipe I on the obverse.  Reverse features denomination encircled by wreath on the obverse.  Coin also has edge lettering.  This type was minted from 1832 to 1848.  Seems like I have been purchasing a lot of French coins lately  Not a bad pick up for under  $50

1849 A France (Ceres) 5 Francs

Year: 1849

Country: France

Mint: Paris (A)

Denomination: 5 Francs

Weight: 25 g

Silver Composition: .900

Mintage: 7,437,000

Certification: NGC XF40

KM # 761.1

Comments: Obverse features Ceres the goddess of agriculture and fertility.  Reverse features date and denomination encircled by a  wreath.  Also features a lettered edge.  This type was minted from 1849 - 1852.  A similar type was minted in 1870 and 1871.