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5 Lei - Carol I

Large silver 5 lei coin of Carol I from 1881, with documented lettering varieties.

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Issuer: Romania
Period: First leu (1867-1947)
Type: Standard circulation
Years: 1881
Value: 5 Lei - Carol I
Currency: Old Romanian leu
Material: Srebro (.900)
Size: 37 mm
Shape: round
Variants: 1

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Issuer: Romania
Period: First leu (1867-1947)
Type: Standard circulation
Years: 1881
Value: 5 Lei - Carol I
Currency: Old Romanian leu

Catalog description

This large silver 5 lei of Carol I was issued in 1881. Its size and silver fineness gave it both a monetary and representational role. Variations in the letter G of REGE are valued when comparing dies. The denomination had substantial purchasing power for its time, varying by year and locality.

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5 Lei - Carol I

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