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5 Francs - Louis II Essai
1945 year| Silver | 14.7 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Monaco |
|---|---|
| Prince | Louis II (1922-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1945 |
| Value | 5 Francs |
| Currency | Ancien franc (1837-1960) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.7 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#298153 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
The crowned mantled arms of Monaco with the denomination above the date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5 FRANCS 5
DEO JUVANTE
1945
Engraver: Louis Maubert
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
This coin features a unique design element: it includes a portrait of Louis II wearing a traditional Monegasque hat called a "chapeau de paille." This distinctive headwear adds a touch of local culture to the otherwise classic French-inspired coin design.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | 200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs - Louis II (Essai) 1945 coin.
