| Bullion: |
Silver 900/1000 |
| Weight: |
25 g |
| Brand: |
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| Certificate: |
yes : 10.00 USD + tax per unit |
| Condition: |
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| VAT tax: |
Yes (See VAT and Delivery) |
| In stock |
Available |
| Price: |
28.59 USD + tax if delivered in Switzerland (VAT tax inapplicable) |
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30.90 USD TTC delivered in Switzerland |
The 5 Franc Hercules Collector's Coin - France (Silver)
Discover one of the jewels of French numismatics, the 5 Franc Hercules silver coin. This emblem of the French Republic is struck in high quality silver, symbolizing strength, courage and unity through the mythological figure of Hercules.
Historical Design and Meaning
The design of this piece is timeless and powerful, highlighting Hercules, a figure from Greek mythology, surrounded by two women symbolizing freedom and equality. This allegorical representation is a tribute to French republican values. The reverse of the coin is equally significant, displaying the face value encircled by two branches (one of oak and one of olive), symbolizing peace and strength.
Collectible Quality and Value
The 5 Franc Hercules coin is highly sought after by collectors for its beauty, historical significance and silver value. Minted mainly between 1965 and 1970, it is made of 900‰ silver, which makes it a valuable investment and an essential French cultural heritage.
Technical characteristics
Metal: 900‰ silver
Diameter: 37mm
Weight: 25 grams
Nominal value: 5 Francs
Year minted: Varied, mainly 1965-1970
Own a Piece of French History
The 5 Franc Hercules silver coin is more than a currency; it is a celebration of republican ideals and a piece of French history. Adding this piece to your collection is honoring the values of freedom, equality and fraternity which are dear to France.
Obverse: In the center, Hercules standing, with a figure of Equality on his right and a figure of Liberty on his left. “Liberty Equality Fraternity” inscription around the edge.
Reverse: The face value “5 FRANCS” with the year below surrounded by laurels. At the top the words “French Republic”.
1870-1878 and 1889
VAT: Gold (and additional services such as delivery, certificate of authenticity, etc.) is exempt from value added tax (VAT) in Switzerland and the European Union.
Silver (and additional services such as delivery, certificate of authenticity, etc.) is taxed at 8,1% in Switzerland, whether ingots or coins. In some European countries, the VAT rate is lower for coins than for ingots. In other European countries it is identical. In France, for example, the same rate applies to silver ingots and coins. For more information click here.
If delivery is in Switzerland, Swiss VAT applies to silver (but gold is exempt). If delivery is to outside Switzerland, the customs duties and VAT of the destination country apply and must be paid by the recipient upon receiving the parcel.
DELIVERY: Delivery charges depend on weight, value and method chosen (storage in Switzerland, customs bonded storage, delivery in Switzerland, export delivery, pick-up from site). Their exact detailed cost will be communicated to you during the ordering process, at the “identification” stage, at which point you can click the button “create PDF” to check what you have ordered, or you can click “go to next step” and then “submit my order” to buy without the right to cancel.
DELIVERY TIME: Your order is delivered or stored within approximately 2 weeks.
