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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
50 Centimes - Léopold II Pattern
1896 year| Gold (.900) | 4.09 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Belgian Congo › Congo Free State (1885-1908) |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold II (1885-1908) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1896 |
| Value | 50 Centimes (0.50) |
| Currency | Franc (1887-1960) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 4.09 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#315084 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned coat-of-arms within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50 CENTS
1896
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Dupriez 115.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 50 Centimes - Léopold II (Pattern) 1896 from Belgian Congo › Congo Free State (1885-1908) made of Gold (.900) weighing 4.09 g is that it was designed by the famous Belgian engraver, Charles de Wailly. De Wailly was known for his work on various coins and medals, and his design for this coin features a portrait of King Léopold II in a crown and mantle, surrounded by the inscription "LÉOPOLD II ROI DES BELGES" (Léopold II King of the Belgians). The coin's design was meant to symbolize the power and authority of the Belgian monarchy, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists today.
