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100 Francs - Rainier III Piedfort Essai

1956 year
Gold (.900) 23.5 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Monaco
Prince
Rainier III (1949-2005)
Type
Pattern
Year
1956
Value
100 Francs
Currency
Ancien franc (1837-1960)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
23.5 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#324777
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

The arms of Monaco, value below, mintmarks at both sides

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEO JUVANTE
ESSAI
100 FRANCS

Translation:
Young God
Trial
100 Francs

Engraver: Henri Lagriffoul

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

This gold coin features a unique design element: it contains a small silver core surrounded by a thin layer of gold, creating a distinctive appearance and adding to its rarity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1956  20 - - - - - -

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