1852-A France Silver 5 Francs – Napoleon III “Tête étroite” PCGS AU58

1852-A France Silver 5 Francs – Napoleon III “Tête étroite” PCGS AU58

This is an early-date 5 Francs from the Second French Empire under Napoleon III, featuring the “narrow head” variety (Tête étroite). Struck at the Paris Mint (“A”) shortly after the coup that established the Empire.

Key Details:

•  Issuer: Second French Empire

•  Ruler: Napoleon III

•  Mint: Paris (A)

•  Date: 1852

•  Catalog References: Gad-726 (Tête étroite), F-329, KM733.1

•  Composition: .900 silver

•  Certification: PCGS AU58

•  Obverse: Laureate head of Napoleon III right. Legend: NAPOLEON III EMPEREUR

•  Reverse: Denomination within wreath. Legend: REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE with date and mint mark.

These early Napoleon III 5 Francs are popular among collectors for their transition from the Republic to the Empire and the distinct “narrow head” portrait variety.

Condition:

PCGS AU58 — attractive nearly uncirculated surfaces with strong details, good luster, and excellent eye appeal. A high-end AU that looks better than many in the grade.

This certified piece is a nice addition for collectors of French silver, Napoleon III coinage, or 19th-century European crowns.

Coin pictured is the exact one you will receive.