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20 Francs - Léopold II Piedfort ND
1866 year| Brass | - | - |
| Issuer | Belgium |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold II (1865-1909) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1866 |
| Value | 20 Francs (20 BEF) |
| Currency | Franc (1832-2001) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#311373 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Belgium, motto in French above, value below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
L'UNION FAIT LA FORCE
20 FR.
Unabridged legend: 20 Francs
Translation: Unity Makes Strength
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Francs - Léopold II (Piedfort) ND (1866) from Belgium made of Brass is that it was designed by the artist Charles-Auguste Fraikin, who was a prominent medallist and engraver of the time. The coin features a portrait of King Léopold II on one side and an image of the Belgian coat of arms on the other. The coin was minted in 1866 as a pattern coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a prototype or sample. It is made of brass, which is an alloy of copper and zinc, and is known for its durability and resistance to corrosion. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and limited mintage.
