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500 Lei History of Gold - Treasure of Pietroasa - gold pitcher
2001 year| Gold (.999) | 6.22 g | - |
| Issuer | Romania |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1989-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2001 |
| Value | 500 Lei (500 ROL) |
| Currency | Third leu (1952-2005) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 6.22 g |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#83733 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The image of the gold pitcher for pouring the wine and the inscription "TEZAURUL DE LA PIETROASA".
Script: Latin
Lettering: TEZAURUL DE LA PIETROASA
Edge
Plain
Comment
The Pietroasele Treasure (or the Petrossa Treasure) found in Pietroasele, Buzău, Romania, in 1837, is a late fourth-century Gothic treasure that included some twenty-two objects of gold, among the most famous examples of the polychrome style of Migration Period art.Interesting fact
The 500 Lei coin from Romania, minted in 2001 as part of the "History of Gold" series, features a unique design that showcases a gold pitcher from the Treasure of Pietroasa. This coin is made of 99.9% gold and weighs 6.22 grams, making it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and gold enthusiasts alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Lei (History of Gold - Treasure of Pietroasa - gold pitcher) 2001 coin.
