5 Francs - Léopold II large head, Belgium

Main information

Country:
Belgium
Years of Minting:
1865-1868
Period:
n/a
Coin Type:
Standard circulation coin
Shape:
Round
Technique:
Milled
Mint:
Royal Mint of Belgium, Brussels, Belgium (983-2017)

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The actual value of the coin may differ depending on its condition, luster, rarity, and other factors. This is a rough estimation.

Reverse

Description:

Belgian coat of arms within wreath dividing the value, motto in French above, year below.

Engraver:

Léopold Wiener

Designer:

n/a

Obverse

Description:

Head of King Leopold II facing left, legend in French surrounding, designer below neck

Engraver:

Léopold Wiener

Designer:

n/a

Edge

Description:

Plain with raised lettering

Obverse:

LEOPOLD II ROI DES BELGES LEOP. WIENER

Reverse:

L'UNION FAIT LA FORCE 5 F 1868

Composition

Silver (.900) (10% copper)

Size

Weight:25 g
Diameter:37 mm
Thickness:3 mm
Edge:n/a

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5 Francs - Léopold II large head, Belgium

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