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500 Francs (Independence; Mule)

🇧🇪 Belgium · 500 Francs · 1935–Present
Regular
Weight16.3 g
Diameter35 mm
Mintage 14,480
Alignment↑↑ Medal
CompositionNickel
DesignerFrans Minaert
ReferenceKM# 165
Collector's Key World IDCKW-BEL-333

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Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1980 Belgium 500 Francs coins were minted?
14,480 were struck.
What is a 1980 Belgium 500 Francs made of?
Nickel, weighing 16.3 g.
What is the melt value of a 1980 Belgium 500 Francs?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1980 Belgium 500 Francs a key date?
It's a more common issue overall, though scarcer varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.