BELGIUM. Copper 5 Francs Essai (Pattern), 18(47). Brussels Mint. Leopold I. PCGS SPECIMEN-64 Brown.
cf. KM-Pn44; Dup-252. One of a series of proof Essais prepared by the leading Belgian engravers of the day in a contest to replace the visage of Leopold I. The offered pattern offers a portrait of Leopold by engraver Laurent Hart and a somewhat complex heraldic reverse. This enchanting specimen offers reflective fields and frosty design devices. A very attractive piece of Belgian monetary history.

Estimate: $500