5 Lei (Pattern) 1922 front 5 Lei (Pattern) 1922 back
5 Lei (Pattern) 1922 photo
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5 Lei Pattern

1922 year
Bronze 13 g 33 mm
Description
Issuer
Romania
King
Ferdinand I (1914-1927)
Type
Pattern
Year
1922
Value
5 Lei
Currency
First leu (1867-1947)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
13 g
Diameter
33 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#182903
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: 5 LEI

Comment

Dies by Firma Huguenin, Le Locale, Switzerland

Interesting fact

The Pattern 5 Lei coin was designed by the Romanian sculptor and engraver, Costin Petrescu, and it features a portrait of King Ferdinand I on the obverse side, while the reverse side depicts the Romanian coat of arms. The coin was minted in 1922, during a time of great political and social change in Romania, as the country was transitioning from a monarchy to a republic. Despite its historical significance, the coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors, making it a valuable addition to any numismatic collection.