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  • 20 Francs 1947, KM# 124, Monaco, Louis II
  • 20 Francs 1947, KM# 124, Monaco, Louis II
Description

Louis II (1870-1949) was Prince of Monaco from 27 June 1922 until 9 May 1949.

Engraver: Pierre Turin

Obverse

Depicts a bust of Louis II facing the left surrounded by the inscription "Louis II, Prince of Monaco". The engraver's name is on the left.

LOUIS II PRINCE DE MONACO
P. TURIN

Reverse

Depicts crowned mantled coat of arms flanked by sprigs, the value below, the issue year with mint mark on the left, privy mark on the right on the bottom.

The coat of arms of Monaco serves as the symbolic representation of the House of Grimaldi, the reigning sovereigns of Monaco. It incorporates elements such as the Franciscan Friars, the crown, the collar of the Order of Saint Charles, and a red and argent lozenge, all of which hold historical significance dating back to events relevant to their ascendancy as rulers of Monaco since the 13th century. The supporters of the coat of arms are depicted as two Friars Minor, each with hair, beard, and vestments, holding raised swords while standing on a ribbon bearing the motto: DEO JUVANTE.

The Grimaldi motto, Deo Juvante, is Latin for "With God's help".

Mint mark of the Paris Mint (Monnaie de Paris in Pessac): Cornucopia (horn of plenty)

Privy marks of the Mint's Chief Engravers: Wing (Lucien Georges Bazor, 1931-1957)

DEO JUVANTE
20
FRANCS
1947

Edge

20 Francs

KM# 124 Gadoury# MC137
Characteristics
Material Cupronickel
Weight 10 g
Diameter 30 mm
Thickness -
Shape round
Alignment Coin
Mint
Paris Mint (A)

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