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1 Franc - Rainier III Essai
1960 year| Nickel | 6 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Monaco |
|---|---|
| Prince | Rainier III (1949-2005) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1960 |
| Value | 1 Franc (1 MCF) |
| Currency | Nouveau franc (1960-2001) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#324859 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Crown and Grimaldi arms, value on left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEO JUVANTE
1 ESSAI FR
Translation:
With the Help of God
Trial
1 Franc
Engraver: Robert Cochet
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
This coin features a unique design element: it includes a special "Essai" mark, indicating it was part of a test run before mass production. This Essai mark is particularly rare and adds significant value to the coin among collectors.
