12 Ducat - Carol II (Pattern) 1939 front 12 Ducat - Carol II (Pattern) 1939 back
12 Ducat - Carol II (Pattern) 1939 photo
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12 Ducat - Carol II Pattern

1939 year
Gold plated bronze - 41 mm
Description
Issuer
Romania
King
Carol II (1930-1940)
Type
Pattern
Year
1939
Value
12 Ducats (129)
Currency
First leu (1867-1947)
Composition
Gold plated bronze
Diameter
41 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#316815
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

She-Wolf suckling twins, shield; all within wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1939
ROMANIA

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Pattern 12 Ducat - Carol II (Pattern) 1939 was designed by the Romanian artist and engraver, Costin Petrescu. Petrescu was a well-known artist in Romania during the early 20th century, and his designs were often used on coins and other currency. The Pattern 12 Ducat - Carol II (Pattern) 1939 features a portrait of King Carol II on the obverse side, and a depiction of the Romanian coat of arms on the reverse side. The coin was never officially released into circulation, but it was produced as a pattern coin, which is a trial coin that is struck to test the dies and ensure that they are functioning properly. As a result, the Pattern 12 Ducat - Carol II (Pattern) 1939 is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.