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Description
The 5 Francs coin was minted between 1941 and 1947, first by the Germans during the occupation of Belgium, and then by the Belgian government after the end of World War II. The coin composed of 100 % zinc, and was an emergency issue type.
Leopold III (1901–1983) reigned as King of the Belgians from 1934 until 1951, when he abdicated in favour of the heir apparent, his son Baudouin. From 1944 until 1950, Leopold's brother, Charles, served as prince regent while Leopold was declared incompetent to rule. In 1950, the debate about whether Leopold could resume his royal duties provoked a political crisis known as the Royal Question.
Engraver: Marcel Rau
Obverse
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Depicts a head of Leopold III right, legend 'Leopold III King of the Belgians' in Dutch around. Name of the engraver below. • LEOPOLD • III • • ROI • DES • BELGES |
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Reverse
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Crowned value at centre, flanked by monograms of King Leopold III. Date below. LIII 5 FR IIIL |
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