1 Leu - Carol I (ESSAI) 1914 front 1 Leu - Carol I (ESSAI) 1914 back
1 Leu - Carol I (ESSAI) 1914 photo
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1 Leu - Carol I ESSAI

1914 year
Silver 5 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Romania
King
Carol I (1881-1914)
Type
Pattern
Year
1914
Value
1 Leu
Currency
First leu (1867-1947)
Composition
Silver
Weight
5 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#91355
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

•ROMANIA•
1 LEU
•1914•

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

The Pattern 1 Leu - Carol I (ESSAI) 1914 is a rare and unique coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It was created as a trial coinage, and its design was meant to be a prototype for the Romanian currency. The coin features the image of King Carol I on one side and the Romanian coat of arms on the other. Due to its rarity and historical significance, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch high prices at auctions.