50 Centimes - Louis II

Reverse

NOTE: Thunderbolt mintmark of Poissy at left of shield

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CREDIT·FONCIER·DE·MONACO
50 C MES
BON P. CINQUANTE C MES

Engraver: Edmond-Émile Lindauer

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Fiduciary issue of the Crédit Foncier de Monaco in the type Heracles ancient archer, they are coins of necessity with legal tender, known as "tokens-coins", refundable until September 31, 1926.

This is an automatic translation. The original text is:

Émission fiduciaire du Crédit Foncier de Monaco au type Héraclès archer antique, ce sont des monnaies de nécessité à cours légal, dites "jetons-monnaies", remboursables jusqu'au 31 septembre 1926.

Interesting fact

The 50 Centimes - Louis II 1926 coin from Monaco is interesting because it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The coin's obverse side features an image of Prince Louis II, who ruled Monaco from 1889 to 1949, while the reverse side features the Monegasque coat of arms, which includes two shields with the Grimaldi family's emblem and the motto "Deo Juvante" (With God's Help). The coin's design is a nod to Monaco's rich history and its strong ties to the Grimaldi family, who have ruled the principality for centuries.

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