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10 Francs - Charles III essai argent
1966 year| Silver (.900) | 25 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Monaco |
|---|---|
| Prince | Rainier III (1949-2005) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1966 |
| Value | 10 Francs (10 MCF) |
| Currency | Nouveau franc (1960-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#186033 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
The bust of Rainier III facing right with the value below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CHARLES III 1856 · 1889
DELANNOY
· 10 FRANCS ·
Engraver: Maurice Delannoy
Edge
Milled
Comment
On the site of "les Spélugues", François Blanc founded the Hotel de Paris in 1864 and inaugurated the casino in July 1865.This booming district was renamed in honor of Charles III in 1866 under the name of "Monte-Carlo".
Interesting fact
This coin features a unique combination of historical significance and numismatic rarity. It was minted during a transitional period when Monaco was transitioning from its traditional currency system to the Eurozone. The "essai argent" designation indicates it was part of experimental silver coinage trials conducted before the country fully adopted the Euro. This particular example, dated 1966, represents one of the last silver coins issued by Monaco before the country began phasing out its national currency in preparation for Euro adoption. Its silver composition (.900 fine) and relatively high weight (25g) set it apart from most circulating coins of its time, making it both historically significant and highly collectible among numismatists interested in European monetary history and transition periods.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs - Charles III (essai argent) 1966 coin.
