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250 Francs Queen Paola
1997 year| Silver (.925) (7.5% copper) | 18.75 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Belgium |
|---|---|
| King | Albert II (1993-2013) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 250 Francs (250 BEF) |
| Currency | Franc (1832-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (7.5% copper) |
| Weight | 18.75 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | 10 December 2001 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#11105 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 36% |
Reverse
Head of Queen Paola facing left. Roman numerals to the left
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LX
PAOLA
REGINA
ANNOS
NATA
Translation: 60 Paola Queen years old
Engraver: Gretha Jonker
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Paola Margherita Giuseppina Maria Consiglia Ruffo di Calabria (Queen Paola, *1937)) is the wife of former King Albert II of Belgium (1993-2013). WikipediaInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 1997 Belgian 250 Francs (Queen Paola) coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Queen Paola, while the reverse side features an image of the Belgian royal crown, surrounded by the country's coat of arms and the inscription "250 Francs." The coin's design is a nod to Belgium's rich history and its royal family, making it a unique and interesting collector's item for coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 250 Francs (Queen Paola) 1997 coin.
