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20 Lei - Carol II Pattern
1939 yearGold clad bronze | 21 mm |
Issuer | Romania |
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King | Carol II (1930-1940) |
Type | Pattern |
Year | 1939 |
Value | 20 Lei |
Currency | First leu (1867-1947) |
Composition | Gold clad bronze |
Diameter | 21 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#183208 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
100 LEI
19 39
ROMANIA
Engraver: Emil Wilhelm Becker
Interesting fact
The Pattern 20 Lei - Carol II (Pattern) 1939 from Romania made of Gold clad bronze is a rare and unique coin, with only 100 pieces minted. It was created as a sample coin for a potential new currency design, but it was never officially released into circulation. As a result, it has become a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.