5 Francs - Rainier III (Essai) 1971-1974 front 5 Francs - Rainier III (Essai) 1971-1974 back
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5 Francs - Rainier III Essai

 
Silver 11.6 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Monaco
Prince
Rainier III (1949-2005)
Type
Pattern
Years
1971-1974
Value
5 Francs (5&nbspMCF)
Currency
Nouveau franc (1960-2001)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.6 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#327206
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

The value below a monogram and crown, all flanked by lined designs.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
RR
5
FRANCS

Engraver: Raymond Joly

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Automatically translated

Interesting fact

This coin features a unique design element: it includes a special "Essai" mark, indicating it was part of a trial run before mass production. The "Essai" designation is rare and adds significant value to the coin among collectors.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1971  1000 - - - - - -
1974  1000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs - Rainier III (Essai) 1971-1974 coin.