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  • 1 Franc 1945, KM# 120a, Monaco, Louis II
  • 1 Franc 1945, KM# 120a, Monaco, Louis II
Description

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

Engraver: Louis Maubert

Obverse

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

LOUIS II PRINCE DE MONACO
L. MAUBERT

Reverse

Depicts crowned mantled coat of arms flanked by value below, mint mark on the left, privy mark on the right.

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

DEO JUVANTE
1 FRANC 1

Edge

1 Franc

KM# 120a Gadoury# MC132
Characteristics
Material Aluminium Bronze
Weight 4 g
Diameter 23 mm
Thickness -
Shape round
Alignment Coin
Mint
Paris Mint (A)

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