1000 Lei

The coin features 'ROMANIA' at the top, '1000 LEI' prominently in the center, horizontally lined, with the Romanian coat of arms below it. The year '2001' is split, with '20' on the left and '01' on the right, flanking the coat of arms. The entire design is encircled by a dashed outline leading to the outer rim.

This 1000 Lei coin was part of the currency in circulation in Romania before the denomination reform in 2005, when the Romanian Leu (ROL) was redenominated to the New Romanian Leu (RON) at a rate of 10,000 old lei = 1 new leu. Coins like this represent the transitional period of Romania's economy in the early 21st century and its efforts to stabilize and modernize its financial system in its path towards European integration.

Due to its commonness and the redenomination of the currency, the monetary value of this specific coin is primarily negligible as circulating currency (approx. 0.1 RON or 0.02-0.05 USD). Its numismatic value is generally low unless it is in uncirculated (mint) condition or has rare errors. For collectors, it's typically worth less than $1.

To preserve its condition, handle the coin by its edges to avoid transferring oils from your skin. Store it in a cool, dry place, ideally in an inert coin holder, flip, or album designed for coin collecting. Avoid cleaning it unless you are an experienced numismatist, as improper cleaning can significantly reduce its value.