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1000 Francs (Pattern)

🇧🇪 Belgium · 1000 Francs · 1832–2001
Regular
Weight22.85 g
Diameter37 mm
Mintage 64,986
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition92.50% Silver, 7.50% Copper (7.50% copper)
DesignerPaul Huybrechts
ReferenceKM# 186
Collector's Key World IDCKW-BEL-279

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Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1949 Belgium 1000 Francs coins were minted?
64,986 were struck.
What is a 1949 Belgium 1000 Francs made of?
92.5% Silver, 7.5% Copper (7.5% copper), weighing 22.85 g.
What is the melt value of a 1949 Belgium 1000 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 1000 Francs a key date?
It's a more common issue overall, though scarcer varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.