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50 Francs Dutch text
| Silver (.835) (16.5% Copper) | 12.5 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Belgium |
|---|---|
| King | Baudouin I (1951-1993) Leopold III (1934-1951) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1948-1954 |
| Value | 50 Francs (50 BEF) |
| Currency | Franc (1832-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) (16.5% Copper) |
| Weight | 12.5 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 2.05 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 13 June 1969 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#1871 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Lion facing left with Belgian constitution. Legend in Dutch at left, value below. Designer initial at right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BELGIE
R
LEX
50
F
Unabridged legend: Frank
Translation:
Belgium
Law
Engraver: Marcel Rau
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Francs coin from Belgium (1948-1954) is that it was minted during a time of great economic change in the country. The coin was introduced in 1948, just a few years after World War II, when Belgium was still recovering from the devastating effects of the war. Despite the economic challenges, the coin was made of silver (.835) and copper (16.5%), which was a significant departure from the previous coinage that was made of bronze. This change in composition was likely due to the scarcity of certain metals during this time period. The coin's design, featuring the image of a Belgian king, was also a departure from the previous coinage, which featured the image of a crown. This change in design was likely a reflection of the country's shift towards a more modern and secular society. Overall, the 50 Francs coin from Belgium (1948-1954) is an interesting example of how currency can reflect the economic, social, and political changes of a particular time and place.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1950 | 4110000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1951 | 1698000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1954 | 2978000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Francs (Dutch text) 1948-1954 coin.
