Up for auction is a 5 Francs silver coin from 1839-A, issued by France during the reign of King Louis-Philippe I. This attractive early 19th-century silver coin features the portrait of Louis-Philippe I, the “Citizen King,” and represents a classic example of the French constitutional monarchy period. Struck at the Paris Mint (A), it is a desirable piece for collectors of historic French silver coinage. Original French silver coin Country: France Denomination: 5 Francs Year: 1839-A Ruler: Louis-Philippe I Mintmark: A (Paris) Material: Silver (.900) Historic constitutional monarchy issue Early 19th-century French coinage Collectible European silver coin See images for correct impression!