Overview

Issued by the Royal Belgian Mint in 1994, this 1 Frank coin represents the definitive standard circulating coinage introduced following the accession of King Albert II in 1993. This specific variant features the Dutch language legend “BELGIË” on the reverse.

Key Features & Details:

• Country: Belgium (Kingdom of Belgium)
• Monarch: King Albert II
• Denomination: 1 Frank
• Year: 1994
• Language Variant: Dutch (“BELGIË”)
• Material: Nickel-plated steel
• Condition: Circulated / Pre-owned – A genuinely circulated coin that has seen use. The portrait outline, denomination lettering and date numerals all remain clear and fully legible, with natural surface wear, handling marks and toning consistent with circulation.
• Obverse (Front): Minimalist left-facing profile bust of King Albert II with the legend “ALBERT II” below.
• Reverse (Back): Large numeral “1”, denomination “Frank”, country name “BELGIË”, and issue date “1994” split by a vertical line motif.

Collector Value:

An essential piece of pre-Euro European coinage marking the early reign of King Albert II before Belgium transitioned to the Euro currency.