5 Francs - Token (1865)
Features
| Denomination | 5 Francs |
| Catalog Number | KM# Tn4 |
| Weight (g) | 10 |
| Diameter (mm) | 34 |
| Shape: | Polygone (29 Sides) |
| Composition: | Copper |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Orientation | Coin orientation ↑↓ |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Lettering:
CANAL DE L'ISTHME DE SUEZ
1865
Description:
Galley sailing left to leeward with five oarsmen and a rudder. Legend around the edge and date below.
CANAL DE L'ISTHME DE SUEZ
1865
Description:
Galley sailing left to leeward with five oarsmen and a rudder. Legend around the edge and date below.
Reverse
Lettering:
CH. & . A . BAZIN
BON POUR 5 FRANC
✶ SUBSISTANCES ✶
Description:
Denomination in center, surrounded by wreath, and issuer name at edge.
Issuer: * CH. &. A. BAZIN * Charles and Auguste were merchants and shipowners from Marseille who were precursors of steam navigation on the Marseille-Naples link. In 1842, the company obtained the contract for the transport of soldiers and mail to Algeria. The armament will then be bought by the Fraissinet family.
CH. & . A . BAZIN
BON POUR 5 FRANC
✶ SUBSISTANCES ✶
Description:
Denomination in center, surrounded by wreath, and issuer name at edge.
Issuer: * CH. &. A. BAZIN * Charles and Auguste were merchants and shipowners from Marseille who were precursors of steam navigation on the Marseille-Naples link. In 1842, the company obtained the contract for the transport of soldiers and mail to Algeria. The armament will then be bought by the Fraissinet family.
Edge
Description:
Plain
Plain
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1865 | Unknown |