Expert analyse

Corner break on reverse at face value.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

It is a siege coin minted in times of war or military siege, in a few copies to limit the loss of cash and to give a salary to the inhabitants and soldiers.

Most of the coins of 5 sols were overprinted, among others on monnerons of 2 sols.

OBVERSE :

Caption: FRENCH REPUBLIC / 1793 YEAR 2E.
Description: Lictor beam with a pike surmounted by a Phrygian cap between two oak branches.

REVERSE :

Caption: MONOYE DE SIEGE DE MAYENCE.
Description: *5* / SOLS / * in three lines in the field.

HISTORY :

Mainz had been taken by General Custine on 21 October 1792 and he found himself besieged by the Prussians from 6 April 1793. The French only surrendered on 22 July 1793. The troops that surrendered at Mainz were sent to the Vendée where they were eventually wiped out. General Custine who had commanded the place during the siege was guillotined for treason.

BENEFITS

• Gift idea
• Historical interest
• French Coin
• Popular on the French market
• Popular among collectors

IMPORTANT

Our posted buy-back prices are 100% guaranteed for all coins or bars under Godot et Fils seal. Please contact us if you have any questions on this subject.

DELIVERY RATES

Transporteur standard
Pick up in store