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5 Francs - Léopold II
1887 year| Silver (.900) | 25 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Belgian Congo › Congo Free State (1885-1908) |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold II (1885-1908) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1887 |
| 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#251426 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
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
Translation: Work and Progress
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 the 5 Francs - Léopold II 1887 coin from Belgian Congo › Congo Free State (1885-1908) is that it was minted during the reign of King Léopold II, who was responsible for the exploitation and brutal treatment of the Congolese people during the colonial era. The coin's design features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of the Congo Free State on the other. Despite its historical significance, the coin is still considered a valuable collector's item among numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1887 | 100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 coin.
