20 Bani (Pattern) 1905 front 20 Bani (Pattern) 1905 back
20 Bani (Pattern) 1905 photo
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20 Bani Pattern

1905 year
Brass - -
Description
Issuer
Romania
King
Carol I (1881-1914)
Type
Pattern
Year
1905
Value
20 Bani (0.20)
Currency
First leu (1867-1947)
Composition
Brass
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#182302
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Hole in center flanked by designs with value above and date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
20 BANI
1906

Engraver: Anton Scharff

Comment

Brass striking with no center hole.
Stamb-55.1.4

Interesting fact

The Pattern 20 Bani coin from Romania, minted in 1905, was designed by the renowned Austrian artist, Anton Scharff. Scharff was known for his work in medal design and was commissioned by the Romanian government to create a new coinage system. The Pattern 20 Bani coin features a unique blend of Romanian and Austrian influences, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of both nations. The coin's design includes an image of a peasant woman on the obverse side and the Romanian coat of arms on the reverse side, surrounded by intricate details and patterns. The use of brass in the coin's minting process adds to its unique character and historical significance, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.