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10 Bani - Carol I Pattern
1905 year| Copper-nickel | - | - |
| Issuer | Romania |
|---|---|
| King | Carol I (1881-1914) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1905 |
| Value | 10 Bani (0.10) |
| Currency | First leu (1867-1947) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#318104 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Value above wreath, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
10 BANI
1905
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 10 Bani - Carol I (Pattern) 1905 from Romania made of Copper-nickel is a rare and unique coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It was designed by the Romanian engraver, Costin Petrescu, and features a portrait of King Carol I on one side and the Romanian coat of arms on the other. The coin was never put into circulation and was only given as a gift to a select few. Today, it is considered a valuable collector's item and is highly sought after by numismatists.
