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5 Lei Publius Ovidius Naso
2008 year| Silver (.999) | 15.55 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Romania |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1989-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 5 Lei 5 RON = USD 1.10 |
| Currency | Fourth leu (2005-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 15.55 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#52909 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
In the center, the bust of Ovidius reproduced after his statue from Constance, right, the year "2008", underlined by a garland, top side text "PUBLIUS OVIDIUS NASO" and bottom side text "o A.D. VIII o TOMIS o A.D. XVII o".
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PUBLIUS OVIDIUS NASO
·A.D.VIII·TOMIS·A.D.XVII ·
2008
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The coin features a portrait of Publius Ovidius Naso, a Roman poet who was born in 43 BC and is known for his works such as "Metamorphoses" and "Ars Amatoria". The coin was issued in 2008 as part of a series commemorating Romanian personalities, and its design was inspired by a bust of Ovid that is housed in the National Museum of Romanian History in Bucharest.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Lei (Publius Ovidius Naso) 2008 coin.
