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
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#319238
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Scytheman mowing a field

Script: Latin

Lettering: ROMANIA 1939

Engraver: Emil Wilhelm Becker

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Pattern 12 Ducat - Carol II (Pattern) 1939 coin was designed by the Romanian sculptor and engraver, Costin Petrescu. He was a prominent artist during the early 20th century and was known for his work on various coins and medals. The coin's design features a portrait of King Carol II on the obverse side and the Romanian coat of arms on the reverse side. The use of gold plating on bronze gives the coin a distinctive and luxurious appearance, making it a unique and valuable collector's item.