20 Francs - Albert I (Pattern) 1920 front 20 Francs - Albert I (Pattern) 1920 back
20 Francs - Albert I (Pattern) 1920 photo
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20 Francs - Albert I Pattern

1920 year
Gold 5.48 g -
Description
Issuer
Belgium
King
Albert I (1909-1934)
Type
Pattern
Year
1920
Value
20 Francs (20&nbspBEF)
Currency
Franc (1832-2001)
Composition
Gold
Weight
5.48 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#363172
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Allegory of Flandria and Wallonia holding the coat of arms of Belgium

Script: Latin

Lettering:
L'UNION FAIT LA FORCE 1920
20 Fr.

Unabridged legend: 20 Francs

Translation: Unity Makes Strength

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 20 Francs - Albert I (Pattern) 1920 from Belgium made of Gold weighing 5.48 g is a rare and valuable coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It was designed by Belgian artist and engraver, Charles de Wailly, and features a portrait of King Albert I on one side and the Belgian coat of arms on the other. The coin was never officially released into circulation, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.