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500 Lei Independent Dacian state
| Gold (.900) | 8 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Romania |
|---|---|
| Period | Socialist Republic (1965-1989) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1982-1983 |
| Value | 500 Lei (500 ROL) |
| Currency | Third leu (1952-2005) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#81144 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Fight scene between the Dacians and the Romans extracted from Trajan's Column in Rome inside linear circle / Along the edge:
·2050·ANI·DE·LA·CREAREA·STATULUI·DAC·CENTRALIZAT· SI·INDEPENDENT·1980· meaning 2050 YEARS SINCE THE CREATION OF THE CENTRALIZED AND INDEPENDENT DACIAN STATE
Script: Latin
Lettering: · 2050 · ANI · DE · LA · CREAREA · STATULUI · DAC · CENTRALIZAT · SI · INDEPENDENT · 1980 ·
Translation: 2050th Anniversary of the creation of centralized and independent state Dacia 1980
Edge
Flat edge with three rhombi and three waving lines engraved
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Decebalus, the last king of the Dacian kingdom, on one side, and the Romanian coat of arms on the other. This design choice symbolizes the rich history and cultural heritage of Romania and its connection to the ancient Dacian civilization.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 FM | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Lei (Independent Dacian state) 1982-1983 coin.
