© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
12½ Lei - Carol I Pattern
1906 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Romania |
|---|---|
| King | Carol I (1881-1914) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1906 |
| Value | 12½ Lei (12.5) |
| Currency | First leu (1867-1947) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#182874 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned Wallachian eagle left, with cross in beak and holding sword and scepter.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRIN STATORNICIE LA ISBINDA
12½ LEI
Translation: By steadfastness to success
Engraver: Alphonse Michaux
Comment
Stamb-60-1.3Interesting fact
The Pattern 12½ Lei - Carol I (Pattern) 1906 is a rare and unique coin that was never officially released into circulation. It was minted in 1906 as a pattern coin, meaning it was created as a prototype or sample for a potential new coin design. The coin features a portrait of King Carol I of Romania on one side and the Romanian coat of arms on the other. Because it was never circulated, the coin is considered a rare collector's item and is highly sought after by numismatists.
