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4 Belga / 20 Francs - Albert I French text
| Nickel | 20 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Belgium |
|---|---|
| King | Albert I (1909-1934) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1931-1932 |
| Value | 20 Francs = 4 Belga (20 BEF) |
| Currency | Franc (1832-2001) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 20 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | 30 September 1935 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#500 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 30% |
Reverse
Coat of arms dividing value. Text in French above, year below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
QUATRE BELGAS
20 FR.
1932
G.D.
Unabridged legend: 20 Francs
Translation: Four Belgas
Engraver: Godefroid Devreese
Edge
Plain with incused lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: *BELGIQUE* *BELGIE*
Translation: Belgium
Comment
Position A: The edge lettering reads in upright position when the reverse side (with face value) faces up.Position B: The edge lettering reads in upright position when the obverse side (with head) faces up.
KM# 101.1 = Coin alignment
KM# 101.2 = Medal alignment
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Belga / 20 Francs - Albert I (French text) 1931-1932 coin from Belgium is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in 1931, just a few years after the Great Depression began, and it was also during a period of political turmoil in Europe, with many countries experiencing regime changes and social unrest. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable collector's item and a symbol of Belgium's rich history and culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | 3957000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1932 | 5472000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Belga / 20 Francs - Albert I (French text) 1931-1932 coin.
