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500 Lei - Mihai I Pattern
1945 year| Nickel plated brass | - | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Romania |
|---|---|
| King | Michael I (1927-1930, 1940-1947) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1945 |
| Value | 500 Lei |
| Currency | First leu (1867-1947) |
| Composition | Nickel plated brass |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#182878 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Romania
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROMANIA
19 45
500 LEI
NIHIL SINE DEO
Interesting fact
The Pattern 500 Lei - Mihai I (Pattern) 1945 coin was designed by the Romanian artist and engraver, Ion Jalea. Jalea was a prominent artist in Romania during the early 20th century and was known for his work in sculpture, painting, and numismatics. He designed several coins and banknotes for Romania during his career, including this particular coin. The coin features a portrait of King Mihai I on one side and the Romanian coat of arms on the other. It was minted in 1945 as a pattern coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a trial or sample coin. Today, it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
