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2 Francs - Albert I French text
| Silver (.835) (16.5% copper) | 10 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Belgium |
|---|---|
| King | Albert I (1909-1934) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1910-1912 |
| Value | 2 Francs (2 BEF) |
| Currency | Franc (1832-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) (16.5% copper) |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 2.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 30 July 1932 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#488 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
The face value and date are surrounded with an olive branch and oak branch and the motto in French.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2
FRANCS
1911
·L'UNION·FAIT·LA·FORCE·
Translation: Unity Makes Strength
Engraver: Godefroid Devreese
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Francs - Albert I (French text) 1910-1912 coin from Belgium is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of King Albert I, who ruled Belgium from 1909 until his death in 1934. During this time, Europe was experiencing significant political and social upheaval, including the rise of nationalism, the fall of empires, and the outbreak of World War I. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency in Belgium, and it continues to be a sought-after collector's item today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 800000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1911 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1912 | 375000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Francs - Albert I (French text) 1910-1912 coin.
