© Banca Naţională a României
© Banca Naţională a României
10 Lei The History of Gold-The Patera in the Pietroasa Hoard
2012 year| Gold (.999) | 1.224 g | 13.92 mm |
| Issuer | Romania |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1989-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2012 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#81426 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
The female figure in the middle of the patera overlapping its relief depiction; on the outer ring, “PATERA” and “TEZAURUL DE LA PIETROASA” inscribed in an arc.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PATERA
TEZAURUL DE LA PIETROASA
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
The Patera in the Pietroasa Hoard, which is featured on the coin, is a rare and valuable gold artifact from the 4th century AD. It's a gold plate that depicts a scene of a sacrifice to the gods, and it's considered one of the most important artifacts from the Roman Empire. The hoard was discovered in 1837 in Romania, and it's now housed at the National Museum of Romanian History in Bucharest.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Lei (The History of Gold-The Patera in the Pietroasa Hoard) 2012 coin.
