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10 Francs - Louis II Gold Piedfort Essai
1946 year| Gold (.900) | 27 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Monaco |
|---|---|
| Prince | Louis II (1922-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1946 |
| Value | 10 Francs |
| Currency | Ancien franc (1837-1960) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#356431 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of the Principality of Monaco surrounded by two branches of laurel.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
10 ESSAI
FRANCS
1946
Engraver: Pierre Turin
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
This gold coin was minted as a trial piece, known as an "essai," before being produced in larger quantities. It features Louis II, the Sovereign Prince of Monaco, on its obverse side. The coin's high gold content and limited mintage make it highly valuable among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | 26 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs - Louis II (Gold Piedfort Essai) 1946 coin.
