France - 5 Francs 1825-W "Charles X" - Lille Mint - SILVER (.900) ________________________________________ Item Description Denomination: 5 Francs Year: 1825 Mint: Lille (Mintmark 'W') Monarch: Charles X (1824–1830) Engraver: Auguste-François Michaut (Signature 'MICHAUT' on obverse) Material: SILVER (.900) Weight: Approx. 25.00g Diameter: 37 mm Visual Characteristics: • Obverse: Features the bare head of King Charles X facing left, surrounded by the legend "CHARLES X ROI DE FRANCE." • Reverse: Crowned shield of France within an olive wreath, flanked by the denomination "5 F." The year 1825 and the 'W' mintmark are located at the base. Condition Report: • The portrait remains clear with visible hair definition and legible inscriptions. • Modification Note: This coin has a contemporary suspension hole at the 12 o'clock position. This indicates it was likely used historically as a pendant or "porte-bonheur." • Surface: Natural aged patina with honest wear consistent with its age. ________________________________________ Historical Context This specific 5 Francs piece belongs to the "First Type" issued under Charles X. Interestingly, coins from this 1824–1826 period are known to contain a trace amount of native gold (approx. 1%) within the silver alloy, a quirk of the refining process at the time.