12½ Lei - Carol I (Pattern) 1906 front 12½ Lei - Carol I (Pattern) 1906 back
12½ Lei - Carol I (Pattern) 1906 photo
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12½ Lei - Carol I Pattern

1906 year
Aluminium - -
Description
Issuer
Romania
King
Carol I (1881-1914)
Type
Pattern
Year
1906
Value
12½ Lei (12.5)
Currency
First leu (1867-1947)
Composition
Aluminium
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#182876
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

Comment

Stamb-60-1.14

Interesting fact

The Pattern 12½ Lei - Carol I (Pattern) 1906 is a rare and unique coin, with only 200 pieces minted. It was created as a trial strike, and its design was never officially adopted for circulation. As a result, it has become a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.