5 Francs Pattern - French text
1948 year| Copper-nickel | 6.04 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Belgium |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold III (1934-1951) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1948 |
| Value | 5 Francs (5 BEF) |
| Currency | Franc (1832-2001) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 6.04 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#315170 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned oak branch dividing value and the country name in French below.
Script: Latin (Gaelic)
Lettering:
BELGIQUE
50
F
Unabridged legend: Francs
Translation: Belgium
Engraver: Marcelo Rau
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Francs coin from Belgium was designed by the artist Paul Du Bois and features a portrait of King Baudouin on the obverse side, while the reverse side depicts the Belgian coat of arms. The coin was minted in 1948 and has a diameter of 25mm. It's made of copper-nickel and weighs 6.04 grams. I hope you find this information helpful! If you have any further questions, please feel free to ask.
