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5 Francs - Léopold II
| Silver (.900) | 25 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Belgian Congo › Congo Free State (1885-1908) |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold II (1885-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1887-1896 |
| Value | 5 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1887-1960) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#18068 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Crowned arms supported by two lions. Denomination on top and date at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5 FRANCS
TRAVAIL ET PROGRES
1887
Translation:
5 Francs
Work and Progress
1887
Engraver: Léopold Wiener
Edge
Inscripted
Script: Latin
Lettering: TRAVAIL ET PROGRES
Comment
LA#VCM-11: legend by 1887: LEOPOLD II ROI DES BELGES SOUV. DE L'ETAT INDEP. DU CONGOLA#VCM-12: legend by 1887: LEOPOLD II R. D. BELGES SOUV. DE L'ETAT INDEP. DU CONGO
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Léopold II of Belgium, who was also the owner of the Congo Free State, a large territory in central Africa. The coin was used as a form of currency in the Congo Free State, and its design features an image of King Léopold II on one side and the coat of arms of Belgium on the other. The use of silver in the coin's composition was a common practice during this time period, as it was a valuable and durable metal that was widely used in coinage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1887 | 8000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1891 | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1894 | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1896 | 110000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs - Léopold II 1887-1896 coin.
