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1 Franc - Louis II
| Issuer | Monaco |
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| Year | 1926 |
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| Value | 1 Franc |
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| Obverse description | Figure of Hercules depicted in dynamic striding pose to the right, drawing a bow. To the left stands the crowned monogram of Prince Louis II, consisting of two interlaced 'L' initials surmounted by a princely crown, with the inscription DEOJVVANTE below. The circular legend HERCUL·MONOEC· frames the upper field, referencing the Herculis Monoeci tradition of Monaco. The engraver's name EMLINDAUER and the date 1926 appear in the lower field. The design is executed in a bold, classical style with fine milled border. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | Central shield bearing the arms of Monaco — quarterly gyronny of red and white — displayed within a beaded inner circle. A small mintmark appears to the left of the shield. The denomination '1 FC' is shown below the shield, with the issuing authority's name and guarantee legend arranged in two arcs around the circumference of the field. |
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