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5 Centimes - Léopold II
| Copper | 10 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Belgian Congo › Congo Free State (1885-1908) |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold II (1885-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1887-1894 |
| Value | 5 Centimes (0.05) |
| Currency | Franc (1887-1960) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#11422 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 22% |
Reverse
Center hole within star
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*** 5 Ces ***
L 1887 W
Engraver: Léopold Wiener
Edge
Milled
Comment
70% of 1888 coins are overprinted on 18875% of coins bear the actual date of 1888
25% of coins bear the date 1887
These coins are all medal-struck
Coins from 1894 are minted in coinage
27.88% of these coins remain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Centimes - Léopold II 1887-1894 coin from Belgian Congo › Congo Free State (1885-1908) is that it was minted during the reign of King Leopold II, who was a controversial figure in Congolese history. While he was responsible for the development of many infrastructure projects and modernization efforts in the Congo, he was also known for his brutal rule and exploitation of the Congo's natural resources, particularly ivory and rubber. The coin's design features an image of King Leopold II on one side and the value of 5 centimes on the other.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1887 | 175000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1888 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1894 | 150000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centimes - Léopold II 1887-1894 coin.
