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1 Leu - Mihai I

1947 year
Brass 2.5 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Romania
King
Michael I (1927-1930, 1940-1947)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1947
Value
1 Leu
Currency
Second leu (1947-1952)
Composition
Brass
Weight
2.5 g
Diameter
18 mm
Thickness
1.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
28 January 1952
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#9103
Rarity index
14%

Reverse

Denomination "1 LEU" in a wreath of wheat ears.Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1
LEU

Engraver: H.Ionesw

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Leu - Mihai I 1947 coin was designed by the Romanian artist and engraver, Ion Jalea. Jalea was a prominent artist in Romania during the early 20th century and was known for his work in sculpture, painting, and numismatics. He designed several coins and banknotes for Romania during his career, including this particular coin, which features a portrait of King Mihai I on one side and the Romanian coat of arms on the other.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1947  89341000 - - - - - -

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