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500 Francs (Belgian European Union Presidency)

🇧🇪 Belgium · 500 Francs · 1935–Present
Regular
Weight25 g
Diameter37 mm
Mintage 1,001,980
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition92.50% Silver, 7.50% Copper clad copper-nickel (7.50% copper + 75% copper, 25% nickel)
DesignerPaul Huybrechts
ReferenceKM# 162
Collector's Key World IDCKW-BEL-880

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Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 2001 Belgium 500 Francs coins were minted?
1,001,980 were struck.
What is a 2001 Belgium 500 Francs made of?
92.5% Silver, 7.5% Copper clad copper-nickel (7.5% copper + 75% copper, 25% nickel), weighing 25 g.
What is the melt value of a 2001 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 2001 Belgium 500 Francs a key date?
It's a more common issue overall, though scarcer varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.