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1982 Essai Monaco 100 Francs Prince Albert Gold Coin NGC MS 68
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1982 Essai Monaco 100 Francs Prince Albert Gold Coin NGC MS 68
Honor Monaco’s royal legacy with the 1982 Essai Monaco 100 Francs gold coin, featuring the conjoined portraits of Prince Rainier III and his son, Prince Albert, the heir apparent. Struck by the Monnaie de Paris as a rare pattern (“essai”) issue, this trial strike piece is composed of .920 fine gold, weighing approximately 26.85 grams (0.795 troy oz). Only 1,000 coins were produced, making it an elusive treasure for collectors.
Released in 1982, the same year Princess Grace passed, this elegant tribute underscores Monaco’s cultural elegance under Prince Rainier’s rule. The obverse depicts the double bust of Rainier III and Albert II, while the reverse displays the principality’s crowned coat of arms, flanked by the inscription “PRINCIPAUTE DE MONACO · ESSAI, 100 FRANCS”. The rarity and regal subject make this coin a standout among Monégasque pattern issues.
Coin Specifications:
- Graded as MS 68 by NGC
- Limited mintage of 1,000
- Made from .920 pure gold with an actual gold weight of 0.795 troy oz
- Produced by the Monnaie de Paris
- Face value of 100 Francs
- Arrives in an official NGC holder
- Obverse: Depicts the double portrait looking right of Prince Rainier III and Hereditary Prince Albert
- Reverse: Features Coat of arms of the Principality of Monaco
The 1982 Essai Monaco 100 Francs Prince Albert Gold Coin NGC MS 68 is a refined combination of royal commemoration, gold bullion content, and rare pattern status, ideal for niche collectors and serious investors. Add this storied coin to your portfolio today through Bullion Exchanges, and explore our selection of world gold coins. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact one of our customer service representatives.
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