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100 Lei Antarctic Expedition
1999 year| Silver (.925) | 27 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Romania |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1989-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1999 |
| Value | 100 Lei (100 ROL) |
| Currency | Third leu (1952-2005) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#81415 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
The vessel Belgica, the bust of the Romanian biologist Emil Racoviţă, the insignia and the name "EURO"; above, the circular inscription "EXPEDITIA ANTARCTICA BELGICA 1897-1899"; below, the inscription "EMIL RACOVITA".
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EXPEDITIA ANTARCTICA BELGICA 1897-1899
EMIL RACOVITA
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 100 Lei (Antarctic Expedition) 1999 from Romania made of Silver (.925) weighing 27 g is that it was issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the first Romanian Antarctic Expedition, which took place in 1999. The coin features an image of the expedition's ship, the "Mircea," on one side, and the Romanian coat of arms on the other. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and enthusiasts of Antarctic exploration.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Lei (Antarctic Expedition) 1999 coin.
