10 Francs - Rainier III (Essai) 1950 front 10 Francs - Rainier III (Essai) 1950 back
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10 Francs - Rainier III Essai

1950 year
Gold (.900) 10.5 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Monaco
Prince
Rainier III (1949-2005)
Type
Pattern
Year
1950
Value
10 Francs
Currency
Ancien franc (1837-1960)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
10.5 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#312546
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned shield flanked by value

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10 FRS
ESSAI
DEO JUVANTE

Translation:
10 FRS
With God's help
Trial

Engraver: Pierre Turin

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

This gold coin was part of a small mintage of experimental coins produced during the reign of Prince Rainier III of Monaco. The "Essai" designation indicates it was a trial piece, likely used to test the design and metal composition before mass production.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1950  500 - - - - - -

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