Romania: Carol I Specimen Pattern 2 Lei 1881-(b) SP64 PCGS,...

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Unique Pattern 2 Lei of 1881

Carol I Specimen Pattern 2 Lei 1881-(b) SP64 PCGS, Bucharest mint, KM-Pn41, Schäffer/Stambuliu-29. (this coin). A piece of unmistakable beauty and rarity; this unique Pattern striking of the 1881 2 Lei, distinguished from it's Vienna circulation counterpart via not only a "B" mintmark, but the quality in its production and preservation, is sure to be among the most coveted specimens from the entirety of this impressive and exhaustive collection. Lavishly and carefully struck, resulting in near-medallic features that project boldly towards the viewer with matte-like qualities, this superior Bucharest product maintains a palpable visual allure hard to surpass. Flashes of originality glisten throughout, tempered by a lavender-tinged pewter patina likely developed through long-time storage in an advanced cabinet. Nary a visual distraction is of note, with only the occasional wisp to preclude a full Gem status. With so few unique pieces of Romanian origin, the only comparable example we've been able to locate in recent decades was the unique 1881 Leu Pattern, also certified SP64 with less aesthetic character hammering at $30,000, we anticipate specialists and trophy-hunters alike to take aim at the offering at hand.

From the Carpathian Collection of Romanian Coins

Metal: Silver
Diameter: 27mm

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