Belgium. Leopold II. 2 Francs 1880 - 50 Jaar Onafhankelijkheid - Dubbelportret Leopold I & Leopold (No reserve price)
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Description from the seller
An example with a beautiful patina of one of the most iconic and sought-after Belgian silver commemorative coins. This silver 2 Francs/Frank was minted in 1880 to mark the 50th anniversary of Belgian independence (1830–1880).
The coin is of great historical significance and features beautiful double profile portraits on the obverse of the first two Kings of the Belgians: King Leopold I and King Leopold II. It was the very first official Belgian commemorative coin to feature a double portrait.
• Obverse: Busts of Leopold I and Leopold II facing left. Legend: "LEOPOLD I LEOPOLD II
• Reverse: The royal coat of arms of Belgium. Legend: "1830 - 1880 / L'UNION FAIT LA FORCE ".
Specifications
• Country of origin: Belgium
• Occasion: 50 Years of Independence (1830–1880)
• Ruler: King Leopold II
• Material: Silver
• Silver fineness: 835/1000 silver
• Gross weight: 10.00 grams
• Net silver weight: 8.35 grams of pure silver
• Diameter: 27 mm
• Designer / Engraver: Leopold Wiener
Quality / Condition
Please examine the photos carefully to form your own impression of the quality, details, and remaining coin surface or patina. The coin is supplied in the condition shown.
An example with a beautiful patina of one of the most iconic and sought-after Belgian silver commemorative coins. This silver 2 Francs/Frank was minted in 1880 to mark the 50th anniversary of Belgian independence (1830–1880).
The coin is of great historical significance and features beautiful double profile portraits on the obverse of the first two Kings of the Belgians: King Leopold I and King Leopold II. It was the very first official Belgian commemorative coin to feature a double portrait.
• Obverse: Busts of Leopold I and Leopold II facing left. Legend: "LEOPOLD I LEOPOLD II
• Reverse: The royal coat of arms of Belgium. Legend: "1830 - 1880 / L'UNION FAIT LA FORCE ".
Specifications
• Country of origin: Belgium
• Occasion: 50 Years of Independence (1830–1880)
• Ruler: King Leopold II
• Material: Silver
• Silver fineness: 835/1000 silver
• Gross weight: 10.00 grams
• Net silver weight: 8.35 grams of pure silver
• Diameter: 27 mm
• Designer / Engraver: Leopold Wiener
Quality / Condition
Please examine the photos carefully to form your own impression of the quality, details, and remaining coin surface or patina. The coin is supplied in the condition shown.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
No
Country/province
Belgium
Year/period and variation
1880 - 50 Jaar Onafhankelijkheid - Dubbelportret Leopold I & Leopold
Ruler
Leopold II
Denomination
2 Francs
Precious metal
Silver
Condition
Ungraded
Weight
10 g
Number of objects
1
Theme
Royalty
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