© Spink and Son
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2 Francs - Louis II Gold Piedfort Essai ND
1943 year| Gold (.900) | 32 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Monaco |
|---|---|
| Prince | Louis II (1922-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1943 |
| Value | 2 Francs |
| Currency | Ancien franc (1837-1960) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 32 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#356514 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of the Principality of Monaco.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2 FRANCS 2
DEO JUVANTE
ESSAI
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 (Gold Piedfort Essai) ND (1943) from Monaco is that it was minted during World War II, specifically in 1943, when Monaco was occupied by Italian and German forces. Despite the challenges and limitations imposed by the war, the Monegasque government was able to produce this beautiful gold coin, which features an image of Louis II, the former Prince of Monaco, on one side and the Monegasque coat of arms on the other. The coin's design and mintage were overseen by the French government, which had established a mint in Monaco in 1942 to produce coins for the French colonies. The Pattern 2 Francs - Louis II (Gold Piedfort Essai) ND (1943) is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number of coins minted, making it a unique piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1943) | 6 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Gold Piedfort Essai) ND (1943) coin.
