Description
Kingdom of Belgium, King Leopold III (1934-1950 AD), Silver 50 Francs (21.97g, 35mm), 1935, Brussels Exposition and Railway Centennial commemorative issue, Brussels mint. Obverse: Saint Michael stands atop defeated dragon, fully armoured, winged and wearing cap surmounted by cross, denomination in field either side, inner lined border and Dutch legend surrounds, “- KONINKRIJK BELGIE – BRUSSELSCHE TENTOONSTELLING”. Reverse: Brussels Expo building, “1835 – 1935” to field above, legend surrounds, “EEUWGETIJDE DER BELGISCHE SPOORWEGEN”. Edge: Inscription in incuse lettering, “ONDER DE REGEERING VAN KONING LEOPOLD III”. KM-107.1; edge lettering position A. Previously polished in the past with minor hairlines as a result, since re-toned and with a relatively natural and charming patina, scarcer example with Dutch legends, details near Mint State.