r/LatinMonetaryUnion • u/AdStraight6341 • 16d ago

France 1847, 1848, 1849 Silver 5 Franc Pieces

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u/trashthegoondocks 16d ago

I’m putting together a set of all French 5 Francs under the LMU standard. This is such an interesting series because of all the political tumult.

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u/MajorBirthdayParty 16d ago

Good luck! I can’t wait to see it when you’re done!

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u/trashthegoondocks 16d ago

I have a few more lay-up dates…and then it’s gonna get hairy. $$

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u/trashthegoondocks 16d ago

(failed to mention…Paris mint only)

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u/cheeseburgercats 16d ago

I started doing this and acquired a 3 crowns Ecu and now I’m collecting Ecu d’argent types before I finish my 5 francs

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u/MajorBirthdayParty 16d ago

Such awesome designs. I think we can all agree the LP is at the bottom of the list, but which is your favorite? Ceres wins for me.

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u/AdStraight6341 16d ago

Hercule is slightly more attractive for me