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2 Francs - Louis II Essai ND
1943 year| Copper-aluminium | 8 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Monaco |
|---|---|
| Prince | Louis II (1922-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1943 |
| Value | 2 Francs |
| Currency | Ancien franc (1837-1960) |
| Composition | Copper-aluminium |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#301835 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Crowned mantled arms flanked by value below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2 FRANCS 2
DEO JUVANTE
ESSAI
Translation:
2 FRANCS 2
WITH GOD'S HELP (Latin)
TRIAL
Engraver: Louis Maubert
Edge
Plain
Comment
Undated coin struck in 1943 on the initiative of the Vichy government
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 2 Francs - Louis II (Essai) ND (1943) from Monaco is that it was minted during the German occupation of Monaco during World War II. The coin was minted in 1943, and it is believed that only 100 of these coins were minted, making it a rare and valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1943) | 300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Francs - Louis II (Essai) ND (1943) coin.
