50 Centimes - Léopold II (French text) 1907-1909 front 50 Centimes - Léopold II (French text) 1907-1909 back
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50 Centimes - Léopold II French text

 
Silver (.835) (16.5% copper) 2.5 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Belgium
King
Leopold II (1865-1909)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1907-1909
Value
50 Centimes (0.50&nbspBEF)
Currency
Franc (1832-2001)
Composition
Silver (.835) (16.5% copper)
Weight
2.5 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
30 July 1932
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#285
Rarity index
13%

Reverse

Value and date surrounded by ivy and oak twigs.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
50
CENTs
1909

Unabridged legend: Centimes

Engraver: Thomas Vinçotte

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 Centimes - Léopold II (French text) 1907-1909 coin from Belgium is that it was minted during a time of significant political and social change in the country. The coin was introduced in 1907, just a year after Belgium gained its independence from the Netherlands, and it features an image of King Léopold II, who was the ruler of Belgium at the time. Additionally, the coin was minted during a period of rapid industrialization and economic growth in Belgium, which led to an increased demand for currency. As a result, the 50 Centimes coin became an important part of everyday transactions and was widely used throughout the country.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1907  545000 - - - - - -
1909  2503000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Centimes - Léopold II (French text) 1907-1909 coin.