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20 Francs - Albert I French text - Pattern
1934 year| Bronze | 9.25 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 | 9.25 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#310873 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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 Francs
Engraver: Godefroid Devreese
Edge
Plain with incused lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: BELGIQUE = BELGIE =
Translation: Belgium
Interesting fact
This coin was designed by Belgian artist and sculptor, Paul Du Bois, who was known for his work on various coins and medals throughout Europe in the early 20th century. The coin features a portrait of King Albert I on one side and an image of a Belgian lion on the other. The use of bronze in the coin's minting process was a deliberate choice to create a distinctive and durable coin that would stand the test of time.
