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10 Francs - Léopold I
| Gold (.900) (10% copper) | 3.16622 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Belgium |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold I (1831-1865) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1849-1850 |
| Value | 10 Francs (10 BEF) |
| Currency | Franc (1832-2001) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) (10% copper) |
| Weight | 3.16622 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 11 August 1854 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#24332 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Larger coat of arms of Belgium dividing nominal value. Motto in French above. Weight, year and purity below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
L'UNION FAIT LA FORCE
10F.
3,106
1849
900/M
Unabridged legend: 10 Francs
Translation: Unity Makes Strength
Engraver: Léopold Wiener
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Francs - Léopold I 1849-1850 coin from Belgium is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of King Leopold I, who ruled Belgium from 1831 until his death in 1865. During his reign, Belgium experienced significant political unrest, including the Belgian Revolution of 1830, which led to the country's independence from the Netherlands. Despite this turmoil, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1849 | 37188 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1850 | 63327 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs - Léopold I 1849-1850 coin.
