10 Francs - Louis II (Essai) 1945 front 10 Francs - Louis II (Essai) 1945 back
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10 Francs - Louis II Essai

1945 year
Copper-nickel 7 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Monaco
Prince
Louis II (1922-1949)
Type
Pattern
Year
1945
Value
10 Francs
Currency
Ancien franc (1837-1960)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
7 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#112857
Rarity index
86%

Reverse

Motto in Latin.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10 ESSAI
FRANCS
1945

Translation:
With God's Help
10 Francs

Engraver: Pierre Turin

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

This coin was part of a trial run for the Monegasque currency system introduced after World War II. It featured Louis II as its monarch, showcasing the country's transition towards independence and modernization during that period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1945  1100 - - - - - -

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