1 Franc - Rainier III (Essai) 1960 front 1 Franc - Rainier III (Essai) 1960 back
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1 Franc - Rainier III Essai

1960 year
Gold (.920) 11.55 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Monaco
Prince
Rainier III (1949-2005)
Type
Pattern
Year
1960
Value
1 Franc (1&nbspMCF)
Currency
Nouveau franc (1960-2001)
Composition
Gold (.920)
Weight
11.55 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#324860
Rarity index
97%

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 a trial strike before mass production. This rare feature makes it highly sought after by collectors.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1960  500 - - - - - -

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