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1 Franc - Rainier III Silver Piedfort Essai
1960 year| Silver (.900) | 13.9 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 | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 13.9 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#356697 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Blazon of the Grimaldi family crowned.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEO JUVANTE
1 ESSAI FR
Engraver: Robert Cochet
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
This coin features a unique design element: it includes a special "piedfort" technique where the silver content is doubled compared to standard coins, resulting in a thicker and heavier piece while maintaining the same diameter as 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 (Silver Piedfort Essai) 1960 coin.
