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20 Lei - Carol I
| Gold (.900) | 6.4516 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Romania |
|---|---|
| King | Carol I (1881-1914) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1883-1890 |
| Value | 20 Lei |
| Currency | First leu (1867-1947) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 6.4516 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#23936 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 57% |
Reverse
Crowned shield on a crowned mantle supported by two lions
Script: Latin
Lettering:
18 90
B
20 LEI
Edge
Lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: PATRIA* SI DREPTUL* MEU
Translation: HOMELAND AND MY RIGHT
Interesting fact
The 20 Lei - Carol I 1883-1890 coin from Romania was designed by the artist Ion Georgescu, who was a prominent Romanian sculptor and medalist. The coin features a portrait of King Carol I on one side and the Romanian coat of arms on the other. The coin was minted in gold (.900) and has a weight of 6.4516 grams. It's a rare and valuable coin, especially for collectors of Romanian numismatics.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1883 B | 185290 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1890 B | 196000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Lei - Carol I 1883-1890 coin.
