10 Lei (State language and latin writing) 2019 front 10 Lei (State language and latin writing) 2019 back
10 Lei (State language and latin writing) 2019 photo
© Banca Națională a Moldovei

10 Lei State language and latin writing

2019 year
Bimetallic: brass plated steel centre in nickel plated steel ring 7.65 g 25.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Moldova
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
2019
Value
10 Lei 10 MDL = USD 0.57
Currency
Leu (1993-date)
Composition
Bimetallic: brass plated steel centre in nickel plated steel ring
Weight
7.65 g
Diameter
25.3 mm
Thickness
2.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#176619
Rarity index
17%

Reverse

- in the center, the nominal value "10 LEI" and the year of issue "2019";
- following the circumference of the coin, are engraved the 26 letters of the modern Latin alphabet with lowercase characters, representing the passage of the national language from Cyrillic writing system back to the Latin writing system in the Republic of Moldova;
- in the upper part, in the exergy - the monogram in the letters "R" and "M" (the abbreviation of the name Republic of Moldova) in latent image (hidden images, which are alternately visible when the left-right coin is tilted);
- on the surface of the figure "1" there are three consecutive vertical micro gravures with the legend "BNM" as a security element.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
R/M
10
LEI
BNM BNM BNM
2019

Edge

Reeded with lettering.

There are two types of edge regarding inscription:
Type A: MOLDOVA readable with holding the obverse up
Type B: MOLDOVA readable with holding the reverse up

Script: Latin

Lettering: *MOLDOVA*MOLDOVA*

Interesting fact

The 10 Lei circulating commemorative coin from Moldova, issued in 2019, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features the coat of arms of Moldova, while the reverse side depicts a traditional Moldovan folk dance, known as "Hora". The dance is performed by a group of people holding hands and dancing in a circle, symbolizing unity and community. The coin's bimetallic design, with a brass plated steel centre in a nickel plated steel ring, adds to its aesthetic appeal and makes it a valuable collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2019  250000 - - - - - -

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