2 Lei - Carol I (Pattern Strike) 1875 front 2 Lei - Carol I (Pattern Strike) 1875 back
2 Lei - Carol I (Pattern Strike) 1875 photo
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2 Lei - Carol I Pattern Strike

1875 year
Copper-nickel - -
Description
Issuer
Romania
Prince
Carol I (1866-1881)
Type
Pattern
Year
1875
Value
2 Lei
Currency
First leu (1867-1947)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#91420
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

The value on top of a wreath and the country name at the top

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ROMANIA
2
LEI

Interesting fact

The Pattern 2 Lei - Carol I (Pattern Strike) 1875 from Romania made of Copper-nickel is a rare and valuable coin, with only 200 pieces minted. It features a portrait of King Carol I on the obverse and the Romanian coat of arms on the reverse. Due to its rarity and historical significance, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch high prices at auctions.