BNR lansează o monedă dedicată vizitei Papei Francisc în România
Source: Financiarul.ro
New Commemorative Coins Celebrating Pope Francis’ Visit to Romania
On Thursday, May 30, the National Bank of Romania (BNR) will introduce a series of collectible gold and brass coins, alongside a brass coin intended for circulation, commemorating the Apostolic Visit of His Holiness Pope Francis to Romania.
Design Features of the Gold Coin
The gold coin’s obverse showcases images of significant places of worship along with the names of their respective locations: St. Joseph Cathedral in Bucharest, the Marian Sanctuary in Sumuleu Ciuc, the Holy Trinity Cathedral in Blaj, and the Cathedral of the Holy Virgin Mary, Queen in Iași. These sites are set to be visited by Pope Francis. The design also includes the inscription „ROMANIA” in an arc, the year of issue „2019,” the Romanian coat of arms, and a nominal value of „500 LEI.”
Brass Coin for Collectors
The obverse of the brass coin for collectors mirrors the gold coin’s design, featuring the same religious sites and their locations. It also includes the inscriptions „ROMANIA” and „2019,” the Romanian coat of arms, a nominal value of „50 BANI,” and the letter „N” within a circle, marking it as a collectible piece.
Brass Coin for Circulation
Similarly, the circulating brass coin displays the same religious landmarks and inscriptions as the collector’s version, with a nominal value of „50 BANI.” This coin will also be available for public use.
Common Reverse Design
All coins share a common reverse featuring the portrait and coat of arms of Pope Francis, along with the inscription „VIZITA APOSTOLICA A SANCTITATII SALE PAPA FRANCISC IN ROMANIA,” the visit dates „MAY 31 – JUNE 2,” and the motto „SA MERGEM IMPREUNA!”
Production and Pricing Details
The mintage for this numismatic release includes 500 pieces of the gold coin, 10,000 pieces of the brass collector’s coin, and 1,000,000 pieces of the circulating brass coin. The selling prices are set at 8,660.00 lei (excluding VAT) for the gold coin, which includes a presentation brochure, and 10.30 lei (excluding VAT) for the 50 bani brass collector’s coin.
Circulation and Availability
The gold and brass coins, themed around Pope Francis’ Apostolic Visit to Romania, will be valid for circulation throughout the country. They will be available through the regional branches of the National Bank of Romania located in Bucharest, Cluj, Iași, and Timiș.
The circulating coins will be distributed at these branches during cash transactions with credit institutions or the State Treasury.
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