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20 Centimes Pattern
1859 year| Nickel | 5.95 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Belgium |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold I (1831-1865) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1859 |
| Value | 20 Centimes (0.20 BEF) |
| Currency | Franc (1832-2001) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 5.95 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#189309 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Value at low centre flanked by two flowers. Text in French above. Unique (?) counter mark number.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ESSAI MONETAIRE
20
259
CENTIMES
Translation: Monetary Trial
Edge
Security edge
Comment
This coin is not mentioned by SCWC, Morin or by Krause. Several coins (all with different counter marks) are or were offered on different auctions.Interesting fact
The Pattern 20 Centimes coin was designed by Belgian engraver and artist, Charles-Michel de l'Épée, who was also responsible for designing several other coins and medals for Belgium during the 19th century.
