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5 Francs - Rainier III Piedfort Essai
1960 year| Silver | 24 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Monaco |
|---|---|
| Prince | Rainier III (1949-2005) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1960 |
| Value | 5 Francs (5 MCF) |
| Currency | Nouveau franc (1960-2001) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 24 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#325290 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms with supporters flanked by value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5 F
ESSAI
DEO JUVANTE
Engraver: Pierre Turin
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
This coin was part of a special minting process called "piedfort," which involved creating thicker coins than usual. The Piedfort Essai series allowed mints to test techniques before producing regular coins, making it unique among circulating currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 25 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Piedfort Essai) 1960 coin.
