10 Lei (History of Gold - The Perşinari Hoard) 2005 front 10 Lei (History of Gold - The Perşinari Hoard) 2005 back
10 Lei (History of Gold - The Perşinari Hoard) 2005 photo
© Banca Naţională a României

10 Lei History of Gold - The Perşinari Hoard

2005 year
Gold (.999) 1.224 g 13.92 mm
Description
Issuer
Romania
Period
Republic (1989-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2005
Value
10 Lei 10 RON = USD 2.20
Currency
Fourth leu (2005-date)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
1.224 g
Diameter
13.92 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#83519
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

A sword with long triangular blade and semi-oval hilt-guard, as well as four daggers with longitudinal rib and wing-like handles, all the artefacts being part of the Perşinari Hoard. The inscriptions "TEZAUR" and "PERSINARI" are engraved on the upper part and the lower part respectively.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TEZAUR
PERSINARI

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

The Perşinari Hoard, which is featured on the 10 Lei coin from Romania, is a collection of gold artifacts that date back to the 10th century. It was discovered in 1978 in the village of Perşinari, and it is considered one of the most important archaeological discoveries in Romania's history. The hoard includes a variety of gold objects, such as bracelets, rings, and coins, that provide insight into the culture and traditions of the people who lived in the area during that time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2005  1000 - - - - - -

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