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5 Francs
1947 year| Brass | 7.9 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Belgian Congo › Belgian Congo (1908-1960) |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold III (1934-1951) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1947 |
| Value | 5 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1887-1960) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 7.9 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 2.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8017 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
African elephant left, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1947
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Francs 1947 coin from Belgian Congo is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of King Baudouin, while the reverse side features an image of a Congolese woman wearing a traditional headdress and carrying a basket of fruit. This design was created by the Belgian artist, Paul Du Bois, and it was meant to symbolize the country's rich cultural diversity and natural resources.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs 1947 coin.
