20 Francs - Léopold III (Pattern Strike) 1938 front 20 Francs - Léopold III (Pattern Strike) 1938 back
20 Francs - Léopold III (Pattern Strike) 1938 photo
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20 Francs - Léopold III Pattern Strike

1938 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Belgium
King
Leopold III (1934-1951)
Type
Pattern
Year
1938
Value
20 Francs (20&nbspBEF)
Currency
Franc (1832-2001)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#27259
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Bust of Léopold III facing left, date below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LEOPOLD III
1938

Edge

Plain with incused lettering

Script: Latin

Lettering: * BELGIQUE * BELGIE

Translation: Belgium

Interesting fact

The Pattern 20 Francs - Léopold III (Pattern Strike) 1938 is a rare and unique coin that was never officially released into circulation. It was minted as a pattern strike, meaning it was created as a trial or sample coin to test the design and production process, and only a limited number of coins were produced. As a result, the coin is highly sought after by collectors and is considered a valuable addition to any collection.