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5 Francs (French text)

🇧🇪 Belgium · 5 Francs · 1832–2001
Regular
Weight6 g
Diameter24 mm
Mintage 329,666,774
CompositionCopper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
DesignerMarcel Rau
ReferenceKM# 134
Collector's Key World IDCKW-BEL-267

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Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1948 Belgium 5 Francs coins were minted?
329,666,774 were struck.
What is a 1948 Belgium 5 Francs made of?
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel), weighing 6 g.
What is the melt value of a 1948 Belgium 5 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 1948 Belgium 5 Francs a key date?
It's a more common issue overall, though scarcer varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.