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1 Centime - Albert I French text
| Copper | 2 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Belgium |
|---|---|
| King | Albert I (1909-1934) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1912-1914 |
| Value | 1 Centime (0.01 BEF) |
| Currency | Franc (1832-2001) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 7 May 1953 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#497 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
A lion, symbol of Belgium, with a paw over the Belgian Constitution dating 1831. Around is the Belgian motto in French with the value and designer's name below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
L'UNION FAIT LA FORCE
CONSTITUTION BELGE 1831 *
1 CENTe .
BRAEMT F.
Translation:
Unity Makes Strength
Belgian Constitution 1831
1 Centime
Braemt (F = Fecit = Made by)
Engraver: Joseph-Pierre Braemt
Edge
Reeded
Comment
A 1911 dated trial strike exists.A variety with incomplete E and N in "Cent" exists.
Interesting fact
The 1 Centime coin from Belgium, featuring King Albert I, has a unique feature - it has a hole in the center. This was designed to make it easier for people to thread the coin onto a string or a cord, making it more convenient to carry and use in everyday transactions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 2540495 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1914 | 869587 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Centime - Albert I (French text) 1912-1914 coin.
