Token - BVMG 1961-1981 (Antwerp) 1981 front Token - BVMG 1961-1981 (Antwerp) 1981 back
Token - BVMG 1961-1981 (Antwerp) 1981 photo
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Token - BVMG 1961-1981 Antwerp

1981 year
Nickel silver (Rhodium Patinated) 15.8 g 35.2 mm
Description
Location
Belgium
Issuing entity
BVMG
King
Baudouin I (1951-1993)
Type
› Tokens
Year
1981
Composition
Nickel silver (Rhodium Patinated)
Weight
15.8 g
Diameter
35.2 mm
Thickness
2.5 mm
Shape
Round (Cu 45%, Ni 37%, Zn 18%)
Technique
Engraved
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-11-13
References
Numista
N#357018
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

The text on the name plate stands against an unfinished brick wall,
which symbolizes the further construction of the association.

Script: Latin (cursive)

Lettering: Beroepsvereniging Van Meester-Graveurs

Translation: Professional Association Of Master Engravers

Engraver: Paul Huybrechts

Designer: Paul Huybrechts

Edge

Plain

Comment

This token is desigend and engraved by Paul Huybrechts, celebrating the 20th anniversairy of the Association.
It's also a trial piece for 2 tokens that were struck later on.
- 20 Wapper - Antwerp 1981
- 50 Wapper - Antwerp 1981

Made in German Silver (Nickel Silver) with a Rhodium patina coating which makes the token extra special.
Limited to 4 pieces that were made, in PROOF Quality.

Many thanks to Luc Vandamme for sharing his knowledge regarding this item.
Also many thanks to Melisa Van Driessche, Sales Engineer XRF & ICP at SYSMEX BE,
for her efforts and analyzing the used materials in this token.
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Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1981  4 - - - - - -

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