20 Bani (Pattern) 1905 front 20 Bani (Pattern) 1905 back
20 Bani (Pattern) 1905 photo
© Stacks Bowers

20 Bani Pattern

1905 year
Aluminium - -
Description
Issuer
Romania
King
Carol I (1881-1914)
Type
Pattern
Year
1905
Value
20 Bani (0.20)
Currency
First leu (1867-1947)
Composition
Aluminium
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#182936
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Central pellet-in-large annulet. Value, two roses and date around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
20 BANI
1905

Comment

Stamb-055-1.5

Interesting fact

The Pattern 20 Bani coin from Romania, minted in 1905, is a rare and unique coin that was created as a trial piece for a new aluminum-based currency. It was never officially released into circulation, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.