Belgium 1899 50 Centimes VF-EF (VF30) $

Belgium 1899 50 Centimes VF-EF (VF-30) $

The 1899 50 Centimes coin showcases King Leopold II on the obverse and was a key piece of Belgium’s standard circulation currency. This era was notable for significant industrial growth and colonial expansion, and had a mintage of approximately 500,000.

Obverse: The portrait in left profile of Leopold II of Belgium is surrounded by the Legend in French. 

Reverse: The Belgian coat of arms divides face value. Date below, motto in French 

Specifications: 
King: Leopold II (1865-1909) 
Composition: Silver (.835) (16.5% Copper) 
Engraver: Léopold Wiener
Weight: 2.5 g 
Diameter: 18 mm 
Edge: Reeded 
Die Axis:  ↑↓  
Mintage: 500 000