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25 Centimes - Léopold II Dutch text
1908 year| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 6.5 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Belgium |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold II (1865-1909) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1908 |
| Value | 25 Centimes (0.25 BEF) |
| Currency | Franc (1832-2001) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 1.65 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole (Center hole 4.5 mm) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#5323 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 9% |
Reverse
The center hole is flanked by an olive sprig and value. Designer below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
25
CEN
A. MICHAUX
Unabridged legend: Centiemen
Engraver: Alphonse Michaux
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The coin features a portrait of King Léopold II, who was the ruler of Belgium from 1865 until his death in 1909. However, the coin was actually minted in 1908, a year before his death. This means that the coin was minted during a time when King Léopold II was still alive and in power, making it a unique piece of history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1908 | 4011357 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Centimes - Léopold II (Dutch text) 1908 coin.
