1 Leu - Carol I (Essai) 1910 front 1 Leu - Carol I (Essai) 1910 back
1 Leu - Carol I (Essai) 1910 photo
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1 Leu - Carol I Essai

1910 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Romania
King
Carol I (1881-1914)
Type
Pattern
Year
1910
Value
1 Leu
Currency
First leu (1867-1947)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#91725
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ROMANIA
1
LEU
1910
Bassarab

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Pattern 1 Leu - Carol I (Essai) 1910 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 future 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.