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100 Lei History of Gold - Golden Helmet of Poiana Coţofeneşti - Pattern
1999 year| Brass | - | 13.92 mm |
| Issuer | Romania |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1989-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1999 |
| Value | 100 Lei (100 ROL) |
| Currency | Third leu (1952-2005) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Diameter | 13.92 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#316836 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
The golden Getic helmet of Poiana Coţofeneşti, Prahova County, and the inscription "COIF POIANA COTOFENESTI" engraved circularly.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COIF POIANA COTOFENESTI
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Golden Helmet of Poiana Coţofeneşti, which is featured on the coin, is a historic artifact that dates back to the 5th century BC. It was discovered in 1889 in the village of Poiana Coţofeneşti, Romania, and is considered one of the most important archaeological finds in the country's history. The helmet is made of gold and weighs around 500 grams, and it is believed to have been worn by a Thracian king or noble. The helmet is now housed at the National Museum of Romanian History in Bucharest.
