Commemorative coins of Monaco
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The commemorative coins of Monaco are minted by the Monagasque Treasury since the re-valuation of the French franc in 1960 and before the introduction of the euro in 2002.
Silver issues
10 Francs
.900 silver / 25 grams / 38 mm.
1966 – 100th anniversary of accession, Charles III, Prince of Monaco
1966 – 10th anniversary of marriage, Rainier III, Prince of Monaco and Grace Kelly
Note: the above coins were also issued in .900 fine gold with the same denomination.
50 Francs
1974 – 25th anniversary of accession, Rainier III, 1949–1974, profile in military uniform
1974 – 24th anniversary of reign, Rainier III, profile facing right (unofficial issue)
Note: the above coins were also issued in .900 fine gold with the same denomination.
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