© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Franc - Rainier III Piedfort Essai
1960 year| Gold (.920) | 23.10 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 | Gold (.920) |
| Weight | 23.10 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#324861 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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 is notable for being a piedfort essai, which means it was a test piece made with thicker metal than standard coins. The term "piedfort" comes from French and literally translates to "heavy foot," referring to the coin's increased weight compared to regular coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 25 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Franc - Rainier III (Piedfort Essai) 1960 coin.
