1 Franc - Léopold I (Pattern) 1833 front 1 Franc - Léopold I (Pattern) 1833 back
1 Franc - Léopold I (Pattern) 1833 photo
© PCGS

1 Franc - Léopold I Pattern

1833 year
Bronze - -
Description
Issuer
Belgium
King
Leopold I (1831-1865)
Type
Pattern
Year
1833
Value
1 Franc (1&nbspBEF)
Currency
Franc (1832-2001)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#319031
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Value, year and 5-pointed star in a wreath of oak leaves.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1
FRANC
1835

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 1 Franc - Léopold I (Pattern) 1833 from Belgium made of Bronze is a rare and valuable coin, with only 100 pieces minted. It was created as a pattern coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a prototype for a potential new coin design. As a result, it is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch high prices at auction.