10 Centimes - Rainier III (Essai) 1962 front 10 Centimes - Rainier III (Essai) 1962 back
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10 Centimes - Rainier III Essai

1962 year
Silver (.950) 3.8 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Monaco
Prince
Rainier III (1949-2005)
Type
Pattern
Year
1962
Value
10 Centimes (0.10&nbspMCF)
Currency
Nouveau franc (1960-2001)
Composition
Silver (.950)
Weight
3.8 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#326791
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Shield of Arms of Grimaldi supported by a monk soldier; with crown above shield.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEO JUVANTE
10
CENTIMES
ESSAI

Engraver: Georges Simon

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

This coin was part of a trial run for a new design featuring Prince Rainier III of Monaco. It was minted in silver with a purity of .950, which is higher than standard circulating coins. The "Essai" designation indicates it was a test piece before the final production version.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1962  500 - - - - - -

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