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20 Centimes - Rainier III Silver Piedfort Essai
1962 year| Silver (.950) | 10.3 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Monaco |
|---|---|
| Prince | Rainier III (1949-2005) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1962 |
| Value | 20 Centimes (0.20 MCF) |
| Currency | Nouveau franc (1960-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.950) |
| Weight | 10.3 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#356690 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Monk knight holding a sword and protecting the crowned coat of arms of the Grimaldis.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEO JUVANTE
20
CENTIMES
ESSAI
Engraver: Georges Simon
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
This coin features a unique design element: it contains a silver piedfort essai, which means it was minted as a test piece in a larger size than standard coins. The term "piedfort" refers to coins made thicker or heavier than usual, often used for testing purposes or as collector's items.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | 100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Centimes - Rainier III (Silver Piedfort Essai) 1962 coin.
