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Leopold I (1831-1865). Trial of 5 francs in gilt copper by Jouvenel, Frappe spéciale (SP) 1847, Brussels.

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PCGS SP63 (83700806).
Av. LEOPOLD I KING - OF THE BELGIANS. Nude head left; below signature JOUVENEL.
Rv. Crowned shield, accosted by 5 - F surrounded by the banner L'UNION FAIT LA FORCE and (date) below.

Dupr.279; Gilt copper - 37 mm - 6 h

Top Pop (2): this is the finest graded example!

PCGS SP63 (83700806).
Flan burnished appearance, in Special Strike (SP). Raised edge: GOD PROTECT BELGIUM. Some flan flaws and the strike a little weak on the favorite. Superb at Fleur de coin.

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MDC AUCTION n° 14: Selection of coins, medals and banknotes; and Jean Lecompte's collection of colonial coins.

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Date

03 May 2024

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400 EUR

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682 EUR

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MDC AUCTION n° 14: Selection of coins, medals and banknotes; and Jean Lecompte's collection of colonial coins.

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03 May 2024

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