50 Centimes - Rainier III (Essai) 1962 front 50 Centimes - Rainier III (Essai) 1962 back
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50 Centimes - Rainier III Essai

1962 year
Gold 15.15 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Monaco
Prince
Rainier III (1949-2005)
Type
Pattern
Year
1962
Value
50 Centimes (0.50&nbspMCF)
Currency
Nouveau franc (1960-2001)
Composition
Gold
Weight
15.15 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#112860
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Monk knight holding a sword and protecting the crowned coat of arms of the Grimaldis.Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEO JUVANTE
50
CENTIMES
ESSAI

Engraver: Georges Simon

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

This gold coin was part of a trial run for the Monegasque currency system introduced in 1962 under Prince Rainier III. It features a unique design and composition, showcasing Monaco's efforts to establish its own monetary system during a period of modernization and economic development.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1962  500 - - - - - -

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