1 Leu - Carol I (Pattern Strike) 1906 front 1 Leu - Carol I (Pattern Strike) 1906 back
1 Leu - Carol I (Pattern Strike) 1906 photo
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1 Leu - Carol I Pattern Strike

1906 year
Gold plated bronze - -
Description
Issuer
Romania
King
Carol I (1881-1914)
Type
Pattern
Year
1906
Value
1 Leu
Currency
First leu (1867-1947)
Composition
Gold plated bronze
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#91379
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CAROL I DOMNUL ROMANIEI
* 1 LEU *
A MICHAUX

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 1 Leu - Carol I (Pattern Strike) 1906 from Romania made of Gold plated bronze is a rare and unique coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It was created as a pattern coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a prototype or sample for a potential new coin design. The coin features King Carol I of Romania on the obverse and the Romanian coat of arms on the reverse. The use of gold plating on bronze gives the coin a distinctive look and adds to its rarity and value. This coin is highly sought after by collectors and numismatists, and it is considered a valuable addition to any collection of rare and unusual coins.