Belga

/ˈbɛlɡə/ noun

Definition

A unit of currency formerly used in Belgium, or a historical Belgian coin.

Etymology

From 'Belgica' or 'Belgae,' the Latin names for Belgium and the Belgian people. The currency name directly references the region's historical Latin designation.

Kelly Says

Before the Euro united European money, each country had quirky currencies—the Belgian Belga was printed with symbols of Belgian pride and history on every coin!

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