10 Lei (Sailboat) 1996 front 10 Lei (Sailboat) 1996 back
10 Lei (Sailboat) 1996 photo
© Emiliano Micalizzi

10 Lei Sailboat

1996 year
Nickel plated steel 4.65 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Romania
Period
Republic (1989-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1996
Value
10 Lei (10&nbspROL)
Currency
Third leu (1952-2005)
Composition
Nickel plated steel
Weight
4.65 g
Diameter
23 mm
Thickness
1.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#14579
Rarity index
25%

Reverse

Racing sailboat.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ATLANTA U.S.A. XXVI OLYMPIAD 1996

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 10 Lei (Sailboat) 1996 coin from Romania is unique in that it features a sailboat on its obverse side, which is not a common design element for coins. The sailboat is depicted in full sail, gliding across the waves, giving the coin a sense of movement and dynamism. This design was chosen to commemorate Romania's rich maritime history and its passion for sailing.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1996  10000 - - - - - -

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