Coin Identifier
Belgian 1 Franc (Bilingual/Dutch text)
1 Franc

Belgian 1 Franc (Bilingual/Dutch text)

Belgium · 1975

The obverse features a profile portrait of Ceres, the Roman goddess of agriculture, facing left, with the year 1975 and the engraver's name 'RAU'. A cornucopia is visible in the lower right.

Country
Belgium
Year
1975
Denomination
1 Franc
Metal
Nickel

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Overview

The obverse features a profile portrait of Ceres, the Roman goddess of agriculture, facing left, with the year 1975 and the engraver's name 'RAU'. A cornucopia is visible in the lower right.

Historical significance

Designed by Marcel Rau, this series was part of Belgium's post-World War II coinage. This specific version features Dutch text ('BELGIE') on the reverse side, reflecting the nation's linguistic diversity and bi-legal currency system.

Estimated value

$0.50 - $2.00 USD (Circulated condition)

Care & preservation

Store in a PVC-free coin holder or album. Do not clean or polish the coin, as this can cause permanent surface damage and reduce its numismatic value. Handle only by the edges to avoid leaving oils from your skin.