50 Francs French text; Pattern
1948 year| Silver (.835) | 12.47 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Belgium |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold III (1934-1951) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1948 |
| Value | 50 Francs (50 BEF) |
| Currency | Franc (1832-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 12.47 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#315169 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lion facing left with Belgian constitution and a legend in French at left with the value below and the designer's initials to the right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BELGIQUE
50
F
Translation: Belgium
Engraver: Marcel Rau
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern 50 Francs coin was designed by the renowned Belgian artist and sculptor, Paul Du Bois. He was known for his work in various artistic fields, including sculpture, painting, and medallic art. Du Bois' design for the Pattern 50 Francs coin features a portrait of a young woman, representing Belgium, on the obverse (front side), and a stylized image of a lion on the reverse (back side). The coin's design was meant to symbolize the country's resilience and strength after World War II.
