2 Franken Ghent - WW1 German Occupation Coinage
1915 year| Brass plated iron | 7.1 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Ghent (Province of East Flanders) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1915 |
| Value | 2 Francs (2 BEF) |
| Currency | Franc (1832-2001) |
| Composition | Brass plated iron |
| Weight | 7.1 g |
| Size | 31.5 mm |
| Shape | Square with rounded corners |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 1918 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#36134 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 58% |
Reverse
Year and value within circle and diamond. Lettering along edges, in Dutch above, in French below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UITBETAALBAAR OP 1 JANUARIJ 1918
1915 2 FR
REMBOURSABLE LE 1 JANVIER 1918
Translation:
Refundable on January 1, 1918
1915 2 Francs
Refundable on January 1, 1918
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token 2 Franken (Ghent - WW1 German Occupation Coinage) 1915 from City of Ghent (Province of East Flanders) is that it was issued during World War I, specifically in 1915, when Ghent was under German occupation. This coin was used as a substitute for the regular Belgian currency, which was scarce at the time due to the war. The coin was made of brass plated iron and weighed 7.1 grams. Despite its relatively low value, this coin has become a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians due to its unique historical context and rarity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | 314000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Franken (Ghent - WW1 German Occupation Coinage) 1915 coin.
