2 Lei - Carol I (Pattern Strike) 1910 front 2 Lei - Carol I (Pattern Strike) 1910 back
2 Lei - Carol I (Pattern Strike) 1910 photo
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2 Lei - Carol I Pattern Strike

1910 year
Brass - -
Description
Issuer
Romania
King
Carol I (1881-1914)
Type
Pattern
Year
1910
Value
2 Lei
Currency
First leu (1867-1947)
Composition
Brass
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#91879
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ROMANIA
2
LEI
1910
Bassarab

Interesting fact

The Pattern 2 Lei - Carol I (Pattern Strike) 1910 from Romania made of Brass is a rare and unique coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It was designed by the Romanian engraver, Costin Petrescu, and features a portrait of King Carol I on one side and the Romanian coat of arms on the other. The coin was never officially released into circulation, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.