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1 Franc - Louis II Essai ND
1943 year| Aluminium | 1.3 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Monaco |
|---|---|
| Prince | Louis II (1922-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1943 |
| Value | 1 Franc |
| Currency | Ancien franc (1837-1960) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#301833 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned mantled arms flanked by value below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1 FRANC 1
DEO JUVANTE
ESSAI
Translation:
1 Franc 1
With God's Help
TRIAL
Engraver: Louis Maubert
Edge
Plain
Comment
Undated coin struck in 1943 on the initiative of the Vichy government
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Franc - Louis II (Essai) ND (1943) from Monaco is a rare and unique coin, with only 15 examples known to exist. It was minted in 1943 as a trial strike, and its aluminum composition was likely chosen due to the wartime scarcity of other metals. The coin's design features a portrait of Louis II, Prince of Monaco, on the obverse, and the Monegasque coat of arms on the reverse. Its rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1943) | 300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Franc - Louis II (Essai) ND (1943) coin.
