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50 Bani - Carol I Pattern Strike
1869 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Romania |
|---|---|
| Prince | Carol I (1866-1881) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1869 |
| Value | 50 Bani (0.50) |
| Currency | First leu (1867-1947) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#91369 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROMANIA
50 BANI
1869
Interesting fact
The Pattern 50 Bani - Carol I (Pattern Strike) 1869 is a rare and unique coin that was minted during the reign of King Carol I of Romania. It is made of silver and features a portrait of the king on one side and the Romanian coat of arms on the other. The coin was minted in a limited quantity and was never circulated, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists. In fact, it is considered one of the rarest and most valuable coins in Romanian numismatics, with some specimens selling for tens of thousands of dollars at auction.
