50 Lei - Carol I (Pattern Strike) 1906 front 50 Lei - Carol I (Pattern Strike) 1906 back
50 Lei - Carol I (Pattern Strike) 1906 photo
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50 Lei - Carol I Pattern Strike

1906 year
Brass - -
Description
Issuer
Romania
King
Carol I (1881-1914)
Type
Pattern
Year
1906
Value
50 Lei
Currency
First leu (1867-1947)
Composition
Brass
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#91370
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: CAROL I DOMNUL ROMANIEI • 50 LEI

Interesting fact

The Pattern 50 Lei - Carol I (Pattern Strike) 1906 is a rare coin that was minted in brass, which is a copper and zinc alloy, instead of the usual silver or gold. This makes it stand out from other coins of its time and adds to its unique value among collectors.