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Belgium - Belgian Franc Coins

Numismatics in Belgium has a rich history that reflects the political and economic changes in the country. Currently, Belgium uses the euro as its official currency, having been part of the Eurozone since its introduction in 2002. However, its monetary history is much more extensive and fascinating.

The Belgian franc: predecessor of the euro

Before the adoption of the euro, Belgium's official currency was the Belgian franc. Introduced in 1832, shortly after the country's independence, the Belgian franc was the national currency for more than 170 years. During this period, numerous series of coins and banknotes were issued, including commemorative issues celebrating historical events and important figures in Belgian culture.

Belgian numismatic milestones

Belgium has been home to several significant numismatic milestones. In 1865, the country was a founding member of the Latin Monetary Union, an early attempt at monetary unification in Europe. In addition, the Royal Belgian Mint, established in 1832, has been responsible for the minting of high-quality coins, including special series such as the 5 ECU silver coins, a precursor to the euro, issued in the 1980s.

Country Belgium
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Coin Euro (EUR)
Continent Europa
Capital city Brussels
ISO2 BE
ISO3 BEL
Catalogued coins 1067

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Ancient coins of Belgium

To facilitate their classification, we have decided to organise the coins according to their historical period, you can consult the coins by historical numismatic categories of Belgium.

Belgian Franc Euro 1999-?

The most valuable coins

The most valuable Belgium - Belgian Franc 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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1 franc (Baldwin I - Belgium)

FO#655 KM#142.1
Price: 0,05€ - 276,09€
Year: 1950-1988
Period: Belgian Franc
Weight: 4,00 g
Composition: Copper-nickel
Diameter: 21,00 mm
Edge: Ribbed

1 franc (Baldwin I - Belgium)

FO#314 KM#170
Price: 0,01€ - 490,21€
Year: 1989-1993
Period: Belgian Franc
Weight: 2,75 g
Composition: Nickel-plated iron
Diameter: 18,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

5 francs (Baldwin I - Belgium)

FO#656 KM#134.1
Price: 0,04€ - 13,00€
Year: 1948-1981
Period: Belgian Franc
Weight: 6,00 g
Composition: Copper-nickel
Diameter: 24,00 mm
Edge: Ribbed

1 franc (Baldwin I - Belgium)

FO#15066 KM#142.2
Price: 0,11€ - 2,81€
Year: 1952-1979
Period: Belgian Franc
Weight: 4,00 g
Composition: Copper-nickel
Diameter: 21,00 mm
Edge: Ribbed

1 franc (Albert II - België)

FO#1762 KM#188
Price: 0,10€ - 21,32€
Year: 1994-1998
Period: Belgian Franc
Weight: 2,75 g
Composition: Nickel-plated iron
Diameter: 18,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

5 francs ( (Baldwin I - België)

FO#590 KM#164
Price: 0,05€ - 1,76€
Year: 1986-1993
Period: Belgian Franc
Weight: 5,50 g
Composition: Aluminium-bronze
Diameter: 24,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

1 franc (Baldwin I - Belgium)

FO#587 KM#171
Price: 0,16€ - 1,50€
Year: 1989-1993
Period: Belgian Franc
Weight: 2,75 g
Composition: Nickel-plated iron
Diameter: 18,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

20 francs (Albert II - Belgium)

FO#2839 KM#191
Price: 0,07€ - 2,33€
Year: 1994-1998
Period: Belgian Franc
Weight: 8,50 g
Composition: Nickel-bronze
Diameter: 25,70 mm
Edge: Plain with details

50 centimes (Baldwin I - Belgium)

FO#1776 KM#148.1
Price: 0,09€ - 850,00€
Year: 1955-2001
Period: Belgian Franc
Weight: 2,70 g
Composition: Bronze
Diameter: 19,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

50 centimes (Baldwin I - Belgium)

FO#3424 KM#149.1
Price: 0,04€ - 2,23€
Year: 1956-1998
Period: Belgian Franc
Weight: 2,75 g
Composition: Bronze
Diameter: 19,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

20 centimes (Baldwin I - Belgium)

FO#1771 KM#147.1
Price: 0,09€ - 0,15€
Year: 1954-1960
Period: Belgian Franc
Weight: 2,00 g
Composition: Bronze
Diameter: 17,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

10 francs (Baldwin I - Belgium)

FO#3571 KM#156.1
Price: 0,01€ - 893,22€
Year: 1969-1979
Period: Belgian Franc
Weight: 8,00 g
Composition: Nickel
Diameter: 27,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

10 francs (Baldwin I - Belgium)

FO#3603 KM#155.1
Price: 0,06€ - 4,98€
Year: 1969-1979
Period: Belgian Franc
Weight: 8,00 g
Composition: Nickel
Diameter: 27,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

5 francs (Leopold I des belges)

FO#16510 KM#3.2
Price: 34,44€
Year: 1847-1849
Period: Belgian Franc
Weight: 25,00 g
Composition: Silver (0,900)
Diameter: 37,00 mm
Edge:

20 francs (Baldwin I - Belgium)

FO#313 KM#159
Price: 0,14€ - 2,00€
Year: 1980-1993
Period: Belgian Franc
Weight: 8,40 g
Composition: Nickel-bronze
Diameter: 25,53 mm
Edge: Plain with details

1 franc (Albert II - Belgium)

FO#1768 KM#187
Price: 0,08€ - 1,65€
Year: 1994-2001
Period: Belgian Franc
Weight: 2,75 g
Composition: Nickel-plated iron
Diameter: 18,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

1 franc (Baldwin I - Belgium)

FO#15065 KM#143.2
Price: 0,07€ - 98,00€
Year: 1951-1981
Period: Belgian Franc
Weight: 4,00 g
Composition: Copper-nickel
Diameter: 21,00 mm
Edge: Ribbed

50 centimes (Albert I des belges)

FO#13931 KM#70
Price: 2,53€
Year: 1912
Period: Belgian Franc
Weight:
Composition:
Diameter:
Edge:

1 centime (Leopold I des belges)

FO#15070 KM#1.1
Price: 12,51€
Year: 1832-1835
Period: Belgian Franc
Weight: 2,00 g
Composition: Copper
Diameter: 17,00 mm
Edge: Ribbed

1 franc (Albert I - Belgium)

FO#3670 KM#89
Price: 0,42€ - 5,36€
Year: 1922-1934
Period: Belgian Franc
Weight: 5,00 g
Composition: Nickel
Diameter: 23,00 mm
Edge: Ribbed

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