France. Louis Philippe I. 5 Francs 1846-A, Paris (No reserve price)

5 Francs Louis-Philippe I – 1846 A – Paris

French 5-franc silver coin, minted in 1846 under the July Monarchy, featuring King Louis-Philippe I.

Obverse: portrait of Louis-Philippe I facing right, wearing a crown of oak leaves. Inscription “LOUIS PHILIPPE I ROI DES FRANÇAIS.” Engraver’s signature DOMARD F. beneath the portrait.

Reverse: value 5 FRANCS and the year 1846, surrounded by a wreath of laurel and olive branches tied at their base.

Workshop A – Paris.

* Silver 900 ‰
* Theoretical weight: 25 g
* Diameter: about 37 mm
* Era: July Monarchy – Louis-Philippe I (1830-1848)
* Engraver: Joseph-François Domard

Circulated specimen, may show wear and signs of use related to its age. Beautiful French coin from the 19th century, characteristic of the large silver coins of the July Monarchy.