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10 Euros - Albert II Mines of Marcinelle Disaster - plated type
2006 year| Silver (.925) | 18.75 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Belgium |
|---|---|
| King | Albert II (1993-2013) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2006 |
| Value | 10 Euros 10 EUR = USD 11 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 18.75 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#33113 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Set of mining buildings and a head of a miner, after the work of Constantin Meunier which recalls the old coins of 20 and 50 Belgian centimes.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BOIS DU CAZIER
1956-2006
Engraver: Luc Luycx
Edge
Milled.
Interesting fact
The coin is a commemorative coin issued by Belgium in 2006 to honor the 50th anniversary of the Marcinelle mining disaster, which occurred on August 8, 1956, and resulted in the deaths of 262 miners. The coin's design features an image of King Albert II, and the reverse side depicts a miner's helmet and a candle, symbolizing the tragic event. The coin is made of silver (.925) and weighs 18.75 grams. It's a non-circulating coin, meaning it's not intended for general circulation but rather for collectors and coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 1441 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Euros - Albert II (Mines of Marcinelle Disaster - plated type) 2006 coin.
