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1 Belga / 5 Francs - Albert I French text - Pattern
1932 year| Bronze | 12.55 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Belgium |
|---|---|
| King | Albert I (1909-1934) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1932 |
| Value | 5 Francs = 1 Belga (5 BEF) |
| Currency | Franc (1832-2001) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.55 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#310872 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
The face value in both currencies in French and year are surrounded with an olive branch, an oak branch, and a crown and the designer's initials below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UN BELGA
5
FRANCS
1932
A.E.GR.
Translation: One Belga
Engraver: Alexander Everaerts
Edge
Plain with incused lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: *BELGIQUE* *BELGIE*
Translation: Belgium
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Belga / 5 Francs - Albert I (French text - Pattern) 1932 from Belgium was designed by sculptor and engraver, Jules Lagae. Lagae was a well-known artist in Belgium and was responsible for designing many coins and medals during his career. His design for this coin features a portrait of King Albert I on one side and the Belgian coat of arms on the other. The coin was minted in bronze and has a weight of 12.55 grams.
