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20 Francs - Jean Essai
1964 year| Copper-nickel | 2.9 g | 21.15 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Jean (1964-2000) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1964 |
| Value | 20 Francs (20 LUF) |
| Currency | Franc (1854-2001) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 21.15 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66350 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
In the center is a large crown above the word ESSAI, surrounded by ornaments of laurel leaves which intersect the legend and the figures. On the left the day and the month in Roman numerals (XII-XI) and on the right the year in Roman numerals (MCMLXIV) from the accession to the throne of Grand Duke Jean of Luxembourg. With the motto: JE MAINTIENDRAI.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
XII-XI — MCMLXIV — JE MAINTIENDRAI
ESSAI
Translation:
12-11 1964
I WILL HOLD
Engravers: Julien Lefèvre, Nina Victorine Lefèvre-Kestler
Edge
Milled
Comment
Module of the 20 francs gold, commemorating the accession to the throne of Grand Duke Jean.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Francs - Jean (Essai) 1964 from Grand Duchy of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) made of Copper-nickel weighing 2.9 g is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of Grand Duchess Charlotte, who reigned from 1919 to 1964, surrounded by the inscription "Grand-Duché de Luxembourg" and the year of issue, 1964.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | 200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Francs - Jean (Essai) 1964 coin.
