100 Francs - Charles III 1877-1886 front 100 Francs - Charles III 1877-1886 back
100 Francs - Charles III 1877-1886 photo
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100 Francs - Charles III

 
Gold (.900) 32.25 g 35 mm
Description
Issuer
Monaco
Prince
Charles III (1856-1889)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1877-1886
Value
100 Francs
Currency
Ancien franc (1837-1960)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
32.25 g
Diameter
35 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#24360
Rarity index
77%

Reverse

Coat of arms of the Principality of Monaco.Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CENT FRANCS
1884

Engraver: Hubert Ponscarme

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The production of 100-franc coins was planned as early as 1874, but a breakage of the first corners forced the minting of 20-franc coins first, which had not been foreseen.

There is a single-sided lead proof dated 1877 (photo Gadoury édition 2021).


copper proof 100 francs 1881 (photo MDC Monaco)
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Interesting fact

This gold coin was minted during the reign of Prince Albert I of Monaco, who ruled from 1858 until his death in 1922. He was known as "Albert the Good" and oversaw significant modernization efforts in Monaco, including the development of its infrastructure and tourism industry. The coin's design likely reflects the artistic style popular during this period in Monaco.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1882 A 5000 - - - - - -
1884 A 15000 - - - - - -
1886 A 15000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Francs - Charles III 1877-1886 coin.