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2 Lei Pattern
1872 year| Silver (.835) | 10 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Romania |
|---|---|
| Prince | Carol I (1866-1881) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1872 |
| Value | 2 Lei |
| Currency | First leu (1867-1947) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#182239 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
The value on top of a wreath and the country name at the top
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROMANIA
2
LEI
ESSAI
Translation:
Romania
2
Lei
Trial
Engraver: Daniel Stern
Comment
An obverse variety with Brussels mint marks (Archangel's face) of different sizes exists:
© Image courtesy of Stacks Bowers (https://www.stacksbowers.com/)
Interesting fact
The Pattern 2 Lei coin was designed by the Romanian engraver, Ion N. Lahovary, and it features a depiction of the Romanian coat of arms on the obverse side, while the reverse side shows the denomination and the year of issue. The coin was minted in 1872, during the reign of King Carol I, and it was intended to be used as a pattern coin for the Romanian currency. However, it was never officially released into circulation, making it a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists.
