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20 Francs (French text)

🇧🇪 Belgium · 20 Francs · 1832–2001
Regular
Weight8 g
Diameter27 mm
Mintage 28,089,614
Composition83.50% Silver, 16.50% Copper (16.50% copper)
DesignerMarcel Rau
ReferenceKM# 140
Collector's Key World IDCKW-BEL-277

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Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1949 Belgium 20 Francs coins were minted?
28,089,614 were struck.
What is a 1949 Belgium 20 Francs made of?
83.5% Silver, 16.5% Copper (16.5% copper), weighing 8 g.
What is the melt value of a 1949 Belgium 20 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 1949 Belgium 20 Francs a key date?
It's a more common issue overall, though scarcer varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.