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20 Francs - Albert I Dutch text - Pattern
1934 year| Bronze | 9.30 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Belgium |
|---|---|
| King | Albert I (1909-1934) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1934 |
| Value | 20 Francs (20 BEF) |
| Currency | Franc (1832-2001) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.30 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#310874 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
The Belgian coat of arms dividing the value and year, with designer's initials below. In the coat of arms the collar of Order of Leopold has face-to-face monograms "LR" ("Leopoldus Rex" for King Leopold I).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
20 FR.
LR LR LR LR
G.D
1934
Unabridged legend: 20 Frank
Engraver: Godefroid Devreese
Edge
Plain with incused lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: BELGIQUE = BELGIE =
Translation: Belgium
Interesting fact
The Pattern 20 Francs - Albert I (Dutch text - Pattern) 1934 from Belgium is a rare coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It was created as a pattern coin, which means it was not intended for circulation but rather as a sample or prototype for a potential new coin design. As a result, it is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch a high price at auction.
