Belgium 1875 Centime Extra Fine (EF40)

Belgium 1875 Centime Extra Fine (EF-40)

The 1875 Belgium  Centimes is a copper-nickel coin issued during the reign of King Leopold II, who succeeded King Leopold I. Leopold II continued his predecessor’s efforts to solidify Belgium’s independence and sovereignty following its separation from the Netherlands in 1830. By 1875, Belgium had emerged as a leading industrial power in Europe, with rapid industrialization driving urban growth and the expansion of its railway network, which supported commerce, trade, and the country’s economic development.

Obverse: The royal monogram is surrounded with inscription. Date below.

Reverse: A lion, symbol of Belgium, with a paw over the Belgian Constitution dating 1831. Around is the Belgian motto in French. Value and designer below.

Specifications:
King: Leopold II (1865-1909) 
Composition: Copper 
Weight: 2g 
Diameter: 16.5 mm 
Die Axis: ↑↓
Mint: Royal Mint of Belgium 
Mintage: 2 970 461