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1 Franc - Rainier III Essai
1960 yearNickel | 6 g | 24 mm |
Issuer | Monaco |
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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 |
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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.