10 Lei (Common gopher) 2007 front 10 Lei (Common gopher) 2007 back
10 Lei (Common gopher) 2007 photo
© Banca Națională a Moldovei

10 Lei Common gopher

2007 year
Silver (.925) 13.5 g 24.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Moldova
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2007
Value
10 Lei 10 MDL = USD 0.57
Currency
Leu (1993-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
13.5 g
Diameter
24.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#89348
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

- on the central part - a ground squirrel on a vegetable background ;
- following the coin circumference – the inscription "CARTEA ROŞIE" , "POPÂNDĂU COMUN", "SPERMOPHILUS CITELLUS" are engraved in block letters.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CARTEA ROŞIE
POPÂNDĂU COMUN
SPERMOPHILUS CITELLUS

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 2007 Moldovan 10 Lei silver coin featuring the Common Gopher is a unique piece that showcases the country's commitment to conservation. The coin's design features an image of the gopher, which is a protected species in Moldova, and the coin's mintage was limited to only 1,000 pieces. This makes it a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists and wildlife enthusiasts alike.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2007  500 - - - - - -

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