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20 Lei Birth Centenary of Carol I
1939 year| Gold (.900) | 6.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Romania |
|---|---|
| King | Carol II (1930-1940) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1939 |
| Value | 20 Lei |
| Currency | First leu (1867-1947) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#84108 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Face value 20 LEI, ROMANIA, year 19 39 written in two parts, Romanian coat of arms with a crown atop, at left and right two branches around which a ribbon is wrapped. The ribbon bears the Latin inscription NIHIL SINE DEO meaning NOTHING WITHOUT GOD.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
20 LEI
1939
NIHIL SINE DEO
ROMANIA
Translation:
20 Lei
1939
Nothing without God
Romania
Engraver: E. W. Becker
Edge
Grained
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1939 Romanian 20 Lei coin commemorating the birth centenary of Carol I is that it was minted in a very small quantity, with only 100 pieces produced. This makes it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of Romanian history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | 300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Lei (Birth Centenary of Carol I) 1939 coin.
