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5 Centimes - Léopold II Dutch text; large date
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 2.5 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Belgium |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold II (1865-1909) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1904-1907 |
| Value | 5 Centimes (0.05 BEF) |
| Currency | Franc (1832-2001) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.21 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole (Center hole 3.5 mm) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#291 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 6% |
Reverse
The center hole is flanked by an olive sprig and value.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5
CEN
A. MICHAUX
Unabridged legend: Centiemen
Engraver: Alphonse Michaux
Edge
Plain
Comment
This type has larger date numbers than KM# 47.Schön# 8 includes both KM# 47 and KM# 55.
Interesting fact
The coin features a portrait of King Léopold II, who was the second king of Belgium and ruled from 1865 until his death in 1909. During his reign, Léopold II was known for his expansionist policies, particularly in the Congo Free State, which was a private colony he owned. The coin's design was created by the artist Jan Van Rysbroeck, who was a prominent sculptor and medallist in Belgium at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | 5811667 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1905 | 7002418 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1906 | 11015564 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1907 | 997965 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Dutch text; large date) 1904-1907 coin.
