1 Franc - Louis II

Reverse

Shield below value within the circle with the mintmark at the left of the shield

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CREDIT·FONCIER·DE·MONACO
1 FC .
BON P. UN FRANC

Translation:
Monaco Land Credit
Good For One Franc

Engraver: Edmond-Émile Lindauer

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Fiduciary issue of the Crédit Foncier de Monaco in the type Heracles ancient archer, they are coins of necessity with legal tender, known as "tokens-coins", refundable until September 31, 1926.

This is an automatic translation. The original text is:

Émission fiduciaire du Crédit Foncier de Monaco au type Héraclès archer antique, ce sont des monnaies de nécessité à cours légal, dites "jetons-monnaies", remboursables jusqu'au 31 septembre 1926.

Interesting fact

The 1 Franc - Louis II 1926 coin from Monaco is interesting because it features a unique design, with an image of Prince Louis II on one side and the Monaco coat of arms on the other. This coin was minted during a time of significant change for Monaco, as it was transitioning from a constitutional monarchy to a constitutional democracy. Additionally, the use of copper-aluminum in the coin's composition was a departure from the traditional use of silver or gold in coinage, reflecting the country's efforts to modernize its currency.

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