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1 Centime - Léopold II
| Copper | 1.98 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Belgian Congo › Congo Free State (1885-1908) |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold II (1885-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1887-1888 |
| Value | 1 Centime (0.01) |
| Currency | Franc (1887-1960) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.98 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 May 1947 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#28871 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 24% |
Reverse
Center hole within star
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*** 1 Cme ***
L 1888 W
Engraver: Léopold Wiener
Edge
Milled
Comment
This coin was withdrawn from circulation on 1 May 1947, and exchangeable until 1 November 1947.
Interesting fact
The 1 Centime coin from the Belgian Congo, featuring Léopold II, has an interesting fact associated with it. The coin was minted during a time when the Congo Free State was under the rule of King Léopold II, who was also the owner of the Congo Free State. This means that the coin was essentially minted by the king himself, making it a unique piece of history. Additionally, the coin's design features the image of King Léopold II, which adds to its historical significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1887 | 175000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1888 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Centime - Léopold II 1887-1888 coin.