Name/Title
CE 1862 – Belgium, Leopold I, Copper-Nickel 10 CentimesDescription
Copper-nickel 10 centimes coin issued in 1862 by the Kingdom of Belgium during the reign of Leopold I (1831–1865). The obverse features a heraldic lion rampant facing left against a crosshatched background, surrounded by the national motto “L’Union Fait La Force” (“Unity Makes Strength”), with the date 1862 between two stars and the engraver’s signature, Braemt, below the lion. The reverse displays the denomination “10 Centimes” within a pointed cartouche, with a five-pointed star beneath and the inscription “Leopold Premier Roi Des Belges” (“Leopold First, King of the Belgians”) around the perimeter. Engraved by Joseph-Pierre Braemt, the coin belongs to Belgium’s decimal franc currency system. The specimen has pale yellow-gray surfaces with darker discoloration in recessed and crosshatched areas, scattered dark spots, fine surface marks, and some softness in smaller design details. The principal inscriptions and lion remain clearly distinguishable. Standard weight: 4.5 g; diameter: 21.4 mm. Catalogue reference: KM#22.Create Date
October 18, 2026Update Date
October 18, 2026
