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20 Francs - Albert I Pattern
1920 yearGold | 5.48 g | - |
Issuer | Belgium |
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King | Albert I (1909-1934) |
Type | Pattern |
Year | 1920 |
Value | 20 Francs (20 BEF) |
Currency | Franc (1832-2001) |
Composition | Gold |
Weight | 5.48 g |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#363172 |
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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.