© CGB
© CGB
10 Francs - Louis II Silver Piedfort Essai
1945 year| Silver | 16.3 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Monaco |
|---|---|
| Prince | Louis II (1922-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1945 |
| Value | 10 Francs |
| Currency | Ancien franc (1837-1960) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.3 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#356430 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of the Principality of Monaco surrounded by two branches of laurel.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
10 ESSAI
FRANCS
1945
Engraver: Pierre Turin
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
This coin features a unique design element: it was minted as a piedfort, which means it was struck twice to create a thicker, heavier coin than standard circulation coins. The "Essai" designation indicates it was a trial piece, likely used to test the minting process before producing regular coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | 10 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Silver Piedfort Essai) 1945 coin.
