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1887 Belgian Congo Free State 2 Centimes Coin MS-65 RB NGC Leopold II KM-2

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1887 Belgian Congo Free State 2 Centimes Coin MS-65 RB NGC Leopold II KM-2


  • 1887 Belgian Congo Free State 2 centimes coin
  • 99,000 coins were melted in 1888, making this a scarce coin
  • Issued under the rule of Leopold II, the 2nd King of the Belgians (1865-1909)
  • King Leopold II was the founder and sole owner of the Congo Free State, a private project undertaken on his own behalf
  • The original Congolese franc was in use from 1887-1967, when it was replaced by the zaïre
  • Obverse features crowned monograms circling a center hole
  • Reverse depicts a star with denomination above and date below
  • Mintage of 125,000 coins (only 26,000 escaped melting in 1888)
  • Struck from copper
  • Slabbed by NGC with the title "1887 BEL.CONGO 2C"
  • Condition: Graded as MS-65 RB by NGC
  • NGC certification number: 3751360-003
  • Catalog number: KM-2

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As one of the largest Coin & Jewelry Companies on the west coast, and also one of the best gold buyers, Continental has been the destination for coins, jewelry, fine art and collectible buyers and sellers for over 45 years.
Whether you’re looking to buy items or interested in selling gold and silver for cash, sell coins, or a variety of other collectibles, we are here to help. All items for sale are available for viewing at our Southern California showroom. We would like to thank all of our loyal customers for their continued support.
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Reference Item # FCC-1587
JBC 9/17/14

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5627 Sepulveda Blvd.
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Free US Shipping with Insurance Included.

All items are professionally packaged and shipped. All shipments include insurance and signature confirmation for shipments over $100. We offer expedited shipping via USPS and FedEx for an additional fee.

International Shipping 

Worldwide Shipping at Buyer’s Expense 

*The customs requirements for each country, including all import duties, taxes, and fees are the responsibility of the buyer. All international packages will have the required customs declaration and value of order. 

California Buyers

9.5% sales tax will be added.

If you spend over $2000 on numismatic and bullion items in California, they are tax-free! 

Returns Policy

Your continuing satisfaction is very important to us. We offer a 14 day money back return policy. If you are unhappy with your purchase for any reason, please notify us so that we can begin the returns process. A restocking fee may apply to all transactions, and a 5% restocking fee will apply to any payment processed through PayPal. 

About Us

As one of the largest Coin & Jewelry Companies on the west coast, and also one of the best gold buyers, Continental has been the destination for coins, jewelry, fine art and collectible buyers and sellers for over 45 years.

Whether you’re looking to buy items or interested in selling gold and silver for cash, sell coins, or a variety of other collectibles, we are here to help. All items for sale are available for viewing at our Southern California showroom. 

We would like to thank all of our loyal customers for their continued support.

We also purchase items and estates. Please contact us with any questions.