COIN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image displays a coin featuring a profile portrait of a person in relief, surrounded by the inscription "LOUIS II PRINCE DE MONACO." The coin has a beaded border along its edge, giving it a classic appearance. Additionally, there’s a small inscription near the neck of the portrait that reads "LAMARRE." The design suggests it commemorates Louis II, a historical figure linked to Monaco. The coin appears to be struck in a metallic, likely silver or a silvery alloy, and rests against a dark background, enhancing its shiny surface and intricate detailing.

The image displays a coin featuring a profile portrait of a person in relief, surrounded by the inscription "LOUIS II PRINCE DE MONACO." The coin has a beaded border along its edge, giving it a classic appearance. Additionally, there’s a small inscription near the neck of the portrait that reads "LAMARRE." The design suggests it commemorates Louis II, a historical figure linked to Monaco. The coin appears to be struck in a metallic, likely silver or a silvery alloy, and rests against a dark background, enhancing its shiny surface and intricate detailing.

Name/Title

COIN

Entry/Object ID

681/16613

Description

France/"1 Franc"/on other side - "Louis II Prince de Monaco"/Aluminum

Collection

ETHNOGRAPHIC/MONACO, Coins

Made/Created

Place

Country

Monaco

Continent

Europe

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Coin

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Money

Nomenclature Class

Exchange Media

Nomenclature Category

Category 08: Communication Objects

Dimensions

Height

1/16 in

Diameter

7/8 in

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Nov 10, 2004