5 Francs - Léopold II Pattern

€310,867.00
IssuerCongo Free State (1885-1908)
Year1896
TypePattern
Value5 Francs
CurrencyFranc (1887-1960)
CompositionSilver (.900)
Weight24.58 g
Dimensions37 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Milled
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)Fernandubois
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#Pn20
Obverse descriptionHead to the left
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringLEOP. II R. D. BELG. SOUV. DE L’ETAT INDEP. DU CONGO FERNANDUBOIS
Reverse descriptionCrowned arms supported by two lions. Denomination on top and date at bottom.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse lettering5 FRANCS TRAVAIL ET PROGRES 1896
EdgeSmooth with imprinted letters
Mint
Mintage1896  - -
Catalog ID4476668890
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