500 Lei (Sf. Trei Ierarhi Church - Pattern) 2004 front 500 Lei (Sf. Trei Ierarhi Church - Pattern) 2004 back
500 Lei (Sf. Trei Ierarhi Church - Pattern) 2004 photo
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500 Lei Sf. Trei Ierarhi Church - Pattern

2004 year
Aluminium - -
Description
Issuer
Romania
Period
Republic (1989-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
2004
Value
500 Lei (500&nbspROL)
Currency
Third leu (1952-2005)
Composition
Aluminium
Shape
Decagonal (10-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#316846
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

The scale model of Sf. Trei Ierarhi Church in Iaşi with its name engraved below; in the upper part, the inscription "MONUMENTE DE ARTA FEUDALA CRESTINA" is engraved circularly; below the image of the church, the inscription "SF. TREI IERARHI IASI"; on the lower part, the years "1639-1904-2004" marking 365 years since the building and 100 years since the second hallowing of the church.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MONUMENTE DE ARTA FEUDALA CRESTINA
SF. TREI IERARHI IASI
1639-1904-2004

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Sf. Trei Ierarhi Church, depicted on the coin, is a historic church located in Bucharest, Romania, and is considered one of the most important Orthodox churches in the country. The church was built in the 17th century and has been a place of worship and pilgrimage for centuries. The church's architecture is a mix of Byzantine and Baroque styles, and it features intricate mosaics and frescoes. The church is also home to the tomb of the Romanian patriot, Tudor Vladimirescu, who played a key role in the country's struggle for independence.