© Darkcid
© Darkcid
2 Bani - Carol I
| Copper | 2 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Romania |
|---|---|
| Prince | Carol I (1866-1881) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1879-1881 |
| Value | 2 Bani (0.02) |
| Currency | First leu (1867-1947) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#20837 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 20% |
Reverse
Crowned arms with supporters within the crowned mantle, dividing dates.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROMANIA
18 80
B
NIHIL SINE DEO
2 BANI
Translation:
Romania
1880
B
Nothing Without God
2 Bani
Edge
Plain
Comment
Nihil sine Deo (Nothing without God/'s will/) was the motto of the Romanian Kingdom (1878-1947) while ruled by the Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen dynasty.KM# 11.1 coin photos from © Sincona AG:
Diameter: 19.5mm
Interesting fact
The 2 Bani coin featuring Carol I was part of a series of coins introduced during his reign to replace the previous currency, which was based on the Austro-Hungarian florin. This series of coins was designed to promote national identity and showcase Romanian cultural and historical figures. The 2 Bani coin featuring Carol I was minted from 1879 to 1881 and was made of copper, weighing 2 grams. It features an image of Carol I on one side and the Romanian coat of arms on the other. The coin was used widely in circulation during its time and is now considered a collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1879 B | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1880 B | 10500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1881 B | 1250000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Bani - Carol I 1879-1881 coin.
