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Belgian Congo Coins

The monetary history of the Belgian Congo is fascinating and reflects the political and economic changes in the region. From its time as a Belgian colony to its independence, the Congo has undergone several transformations in its monetary system, leaving a rich and varied numismatic legacy.

Currency during the colonial period

During Belgian rule, the Congo used the Congolese franc, introduced in 1887. This currency was pegged to the Belgian franc and various series of banknotes and coins were issued. Of particular note were copper-nickel coins with designs depicting local fauna, such as elephants and lions. Banknotes of this era often depicted scenes of colonial life and portraits of Belgian royalty.

Post-independence currency changes

After independence in 1960, the country initially kept the Congolese franc, but in 1967 the zaïre was introduced as the new national currency. This change marked an important milestone in Congolese numismatics. New series of coins and banknotes were issued with designs reflecting the culture and national identity of the independent Congo. In 1997, due to hyperinflation, the Congolese franc was reintroduced and remains the official currency to this day.

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Belgian Congo is a country that does not exist today. It is now part of the Congo-Rep. Democratic coins.

The most valuable coins

The most valuable Belgian Congo coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:

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The valuation of these coins has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.

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5 francs (Rwanda-Urundi-Belgium Congo)

50 centimes (Rwanda-Urundi-Belgium Congo)

KM#2 FO#8498
Price 1,00€-15,00€
Year 1954-1955

5 francs (Rwanda-Urundi-Belgium Congo)

KM#3 FO#9349
Price 5,00€-20,00€
Year 1956-1969

1 franc (Rwanda-Urundi-Belgium Congo)

KM#4 FO#8280
Price 0,82€-20,50€
Year 1957-1960

5 centimes

KM#12 FO#8359
Year 1909

10 centimes

KM#13 FO#8360
Year 1909

20 centimes

KM#14 FO#8361
Year 1909

1 centime

KM#15 FO#7760
Year 1910-1919

2 centimes

KM#16 FO#8362
Year 1910-1919

5 centimes

KM#17 FO#7534
Year 1910-1928

10 centimes

KM#18 FO#8363
Price 2,61€-20,00€
Year 1910-1928

20 centimes

KM#19 FO#8364
Price 9,65€
Year 1910-1911

1 franc

KM#20 FO#19684
Price 3,50€-7,33€
Year 1920-1930

1 franc

KM#21 FO#8296
Price 7,00€
Year 1920-1929

50 centimes

KM#22 FO#8365
Price 4,99€-20,00€
Year 1921-1929

50 centimes

KM#23 FO#8497
Year 1924-1928

5 francs

KM#24 FO#7761
Year 1936-1937

2 francs

KM#25 FO#7762
Year 1943

1 franc

KM#26 FO#7535
Price 3,49€-10,00€
Year 1944-1949

50 francs

KM#27 FO#7763
Year 1944

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