Belgian Congo (1908-1960) 5 Centimes - Léopold II, 1909
Information
Country
Belgian Congo (1908-1960)
Belgian Congo (1908-1960)
Currency
Franc
(1887 – 1960)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
5 Centimes
Year
1909
Ruler
Leopold II
(1885–1908)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Shape
Round with a round hole
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
2.5
Diameter (mm)
19.1
Demonetized
Yes
Description
5 Centimes from Belgian Congo (1908-1960). Issued in 1909. Struck in Copper-nickel. Measures 19.1 mm and weighs 2.5 g.
- Obverse
- Five Leopold II monograms drawing a star. Country name in French and Dutch.
- Reverse
- Shining star and 3 small stars on each side
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | vf | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | 1.8M | € 11,00 | (fr) Frappe monnaie |
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