1956 Belgium 1 Franc Copper-Nickel French Text

1956 BELGIUM 1 FRANC COPPER-NICKEL FRENCH TEXT 1956 Belgium 1 Franc French Text Copper-Nickel Coin This 1956 Belgium 1 Franc coin features the French text variety, an essential distinction for collectors of Belgian numismatics. Struck in a durable copper-nickel composition, the obverse displays the left-facing profile of a woman, a classic representation of Ceres, while the reverse showcases a crowned oak branch flanked by the denomination 1 FR. This specific issue is identified by the KM# 142.1 catalog number. The coin exhibits circulated details and is protected in a standard white cardboard 2x2 coin flip, labeled for easy identification within a collection. Because Belgium issues coins in both French and Dutch legends, this French-text version is a specific requirement for completing a date and variety set. 1956 Belgium 1 Franc Copper-Nickel French Text Coin Condition: This circulated specimen displays moderate wear consistent with a Fine to Very Fine grade. The design elements, including the profile of Ceres and the oak branch on the reverse, remain clearly visible, though the higher relief areas show flattening. The fields exhibit a dull grey patina and numerous small contact marks. Minted in Brussels, this coin is composed of a copper-nickel alloy. It was issued during the reign of King Baudouin and features French legends, reflecting Belgium's dual-language administrative system. This is a business strike type, intended for general commerce, and is not a proof or special strike. This specific variety is cataloged as KM# 142.1. Belgium, 1956, 1 franc, coin, numismatics, French text, KM 142.1, Ceres, oak branch, cardboard flip, currency, collectible, European money, vintage coin Belgium 1956 coin, 1 franc Belgium, Belgian numismatics, rare coins, 1 franc 1956 French text, collectible coins, KM 142.1, vintage European coins, world currency, silver color coin IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms.“Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction.”ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions.” References to gold, silver, platinum, copper, plated, gold-gilded, gold-layered, silver-plated, or similar terminology may describe visual appearance, color, or decorative finish only Unless expressly verified in the listing, the metal content, purity, composition, or percentage is not tested, guaranteed, or represented by the auction house. Such descriptions may refer solely to aesthetic characteristics rather than actual metal composition. Third-party grading opinions are those of the third party alone Placing a bid creates a binding contract if the bidder wins the item, payment is required under the posted auction terms For coins, trading cards, and collectibles, items may be raw, graded, ungraded, authentic, reproduction, replica, reprint, or altered unless specifically stated otherwise. The bidder must rely on their own review and judgment before bidding. The bidder authorizes the Auction Company to submit all bidding records, platform activity logs, photographs, invoice history, and shipping documentation to payment processors, banks, and collection agencies to enforce these Terms. By placing any bid, the bidder acknowledges they have read the title and description in full, reviewed all photographs, and had the opportunity to ask questions prior to bidding. The bidder agrees they are purchasing the item strictly as shown in the auction images and as described, AS-IS, WHERE-IS, and that placing a bid and/or winning an item constitutes a binding contract, with no refunds, no returns, no exchanges, no credits, and no cancellations for any reason. Auction transactions are processed after the auction closes, and invoices are finalized. Charges may occur hours or days after the auction, depending on processing