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5 Lei - Ferdinand I Pattern Strike
1922 year| Copper-nickel | - | - |
| Issuer | Romania |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand I (1914-1927) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1922 |
| Value | 5 Lei |
| Currency | First leu (1867-1947) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#92384 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: 5 LEI
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Lei - Ferdinand I (Pattern Strike) 1922 coin was designed by the Romanian sculptor and engraver, Costin Petrescu. He was a prominent artist of the time and his work can be seen in many Romanian coins and banknotes. The coin features a portrait of King Ferdinand I on one side and the Romanian coat of arms on the other. It's a rare and valuable coin, with only 5,000 pieces minted, making it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
