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500 Francs Belgian European Union Presidency
2001 year| Silver (.925) (7.5% copper) | 22.85 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Belgium |
|---|---|
| King | Albert II (1993-2013) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2001 |
| Value | 500 Francs (500 BEF) |
| Currency | Franc (1832-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (7.5% copper) |
| Weight | 22.85 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 10 December 2001 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#18858 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 49% |
Reverse
Europa sitting on a bull in front of the map of Belgium. Text in Latin above. Year in Roman numerals below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COMMVNITATVM EVROPAEARVM PRAESES BELGIVM
ANNO MMI
Translation:
European Community President Belgium
Year 2001
Engraver: Luc Luycx
Edge
Plain
Comment
Minting numbers differ between sources. Aernout and Krause mention 40.000 coins, while Morin mentions 26.591 coins.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the theme of the Belgian European Union Presidency in 2001. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized image of the European Union flag, while the reverse side features a map of Europe with the words "Belgian EU Presidency" written in both French and Dutch. This coin is a rare and collectible item, with only a limited number of coins minted in 2001.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 26591 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Francs (Belgian European Union Presidency) 2001 coin.
