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5 Lei - Carol I

Large silver 5 lei coin of Carol I from 1880–1881, with engraver-name varieties.

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Issuer: Romania
Period: First leu (1867-1947)
Type: Standard circulation
Years: 1880-1881
Value: 5 Lei - Carol I
Currency: Old Romanian leu
Material: Srebro (.900)
Size: 37 mm
Shape: round
Variants: 3

Key details

Issuer: Romania
Period: First leu (1867-1947)
Type: Standard circulation
Years: 1880-1881
Value: 5 Lei - Carol I
Currency: Old Romanian leu

Catalog description

This large silver 5 lei of Carol I was issued in 1880–1881. Varieties in the placement of the engraver’s name are important for precise die identification. Its size and high silver fineness combined circulation use with the prestige of state coinage. Its purchasing power was substantial but varied by year and locality.

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Variants, ownership, and value estimates in one place, with sale history where auction results are available.

5 Lei - Carol I

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