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50 Bani - Carol I
| Silver (.835) | 2.5 g | 18.6 mm |
| Issuer | Romania |
|---|---|
| King | Carol I (1881-1914) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1894-1901 |
| Value | 50 Bani (0.50) |
| Currency | First leu (1867-1947) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#20297 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 19% |
Reverse
3-line inscription within laurel and oak wreath with date and denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50
BANI
1900
Engraver: Anton Scharff
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 50 Bani coin was minted during the reign of King Carol I, who was the first king of Romania and ruled from 1881 until his death in 1914. The coin was part of a larger effort to modernize Romania's currency and economy during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The use of silver in the coin's composition was a deliberate choice to promote the use of a valuable and durable metal, and the coin's design featured images of Romanian symbols and landmarks to promote national pride and identity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1894 | 600000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1900 | 3838000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1901 | 194205 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Bani - Carol I 1894-1901 coin.
