© MDC Monaco Monnaies de Collection sarl
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12 Gros - Honore II
1640 year| Billon | 6.25 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Monaco |
|---|---|
| Prince | Honoré II (1612-1662) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1640 |
| Value | 12 Gros (⅗) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (781-1795) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 6.25 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#313458 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned arms in order collar in inner circle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARC CAMPANIAE COM CANVSII ET C
G.XII
Engraver: Jérôme Morando
Edge
Plain
Comment
Weight between 6.09g and 6.41g
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 12 Gros - Honore II 1640 coin from Monaco is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the principality. The coin was issued in 1640, just a few years after Monaco had been attacked and occupied by the Spanish, and during a period of political instability and conflict. Despite these challenges, the coin still features a beautiful design, including an image of Honore II, the ruling prince of Monaco at the time, and an inscription in Latin that reads "Honorius II, Dei Gratia, Princeps Monacensis" (Honore II, by the grace of God, Prince of Monaco). This coin is a testament to the resilience and determination of the people of Monaco during difficult times.
