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20 Francs - Léopold I
| Gold (.900) (10% copper) | 6.4516 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Belgium |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold I (1831-1865) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1834-1841 |
| Value | 20 Francs (20 BEF) |
| Currency | Franc (1832-2001) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) (10% copper) |
| Weight | 6.4516 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#26221 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Value, year and 5-pointed star in wreath of oak leaves.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
20
FRANCS
1835
★
Engraver: Joseph-Pierre Braemt
Edge
Plain with incused lettering.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIEU PROTÈGE LA BELGIQUE
Translation: God Protects Belgium
Comment
Coins with a reeded or plain edge are restrikes.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Francs - Léopold I 1834-1841 coin from Belgium is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in the country. The coin was issued in 1834, just a year after Belgium gained its independence from the Netherlands, and Léopold I, the first king of Belgium, was struggling to maintain stability in the young nation. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1838 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Francs - Léopold I 1834-1841 coin.
