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5 Centimes - Léopold II

1909 year
Copper-nickel 2.5 g 19.1 mm
Description
Issuer
Belgian Congo › Belgian Congo (1908-1960)
King
Leopold II (1885-1908)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1909
Value
5 Centimes (0.05)
Currency
Franc (1887-1960)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
2.5 g
Diameter
19.1 mm
Shape
Round with a round hole
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#23902
Rarity index
53%

Reverse

Shining star and 3 small stars on each side

Script: Latin

Lettering:
*** 5 C. ***
1909

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 5 Centimes coin from Belgian Congo featuring Léopold II, minted in 1909, has an interesting fact associated with it. Despite being a standard circulation coin, it was actually minted in a very limited quantity, with only 10,000 coins produced. This scarcity makes it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists, particularly those interested in African coinage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1909  1800000 - - - - - -

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