5 Lei (Romanian Academy - Pattern) 2005 front 5 Lei (Romanian Academy - Pattern) 2005 back
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5 Lei Romanian Academy - Pattern

2005 year
Aluminium - 37 mm
Description
Issuer
Romania
Period
Republic (1989-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
2005
Value
5 Lei (5&nbspRON)
Currency
Fourth leu (2005-date)
Composition
Aluminium
Diameter
37 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#316852
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

The reverse is also divided in two, a frosted side and a shiny one. The center depicts the image of Minerva, the goddess of wisdom, representing the emblem of the Romanian Academy, framed by the anniversary years "1866" and "2006". The inscriptions "ACADEMIA ROMANA" (Romanian Academy) and "140 ANI DE LA INFIINTARE" (140 years since the establishment) are engraved, separated by groups of 5 pearls, on the outer circle of the coin.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ACADEMIA ROMANA
140 ANI DE LA INFIINTARE
1866
2006

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The obverse of the coin features the logo of the Romanian Academy, which is a representation of the Romanian coat of arms, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. The logo was designed by the Romanian artist, Ioan Iacob, and it symbolizes the country's rich cultural heritage and its commitment to academic excellence.