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50 Francs French 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 | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | 13 June 1969 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#1870 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Lion facing left with Belgian constitution. Legend in French at left, value below. Designer initial at right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BELGIQUE
R
LEX
50
F
Unabridged legend: Francs
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 from silver (.835) and copper (16.5%), indicating the country's commitment to maintaining the value of its currency. This coin is a testament to Belgium's resilience and determination to rebuild its economy during a difficult period in history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1949 | 4354000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1951 | 2904000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1954 | 3232000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Francs (French text) 1948-1954 coin.
